Detroit Federation of Teachers

Elections Matter: DFT Town Hall Forum (Mayor)

Mayoral candidates for Detroit answer questions from the union about the educational landscape: L to R: Joel Haashiim, John Barlow, Saunteel Jenkins, Fred Durhal, Todd Perkins, Mary Sheffield.

Election Matters: DFT Town Hall Forum (City Council)

These City Council candidates spoke to members: L to R: Coleman Young, Roy McCalister, Crantstana Anderson, Denzel Hines-Campbell, Valerie Parker, Regina Ross, Renata Miller, Mary Waters.

DFT Attends AFT Symposium on AI

DFT members attend the AFT AI Symposium to learn about harnessing AI responsibly and effectively. (L to R) Dwan McGrady, Frank Bonner, Lakia Wilson-Lumpkins, Rodney Fresh, Jason Posey.

DFT Participates in AFT Teach 2025

This summer AFT hosted TEACH 2025, a professional development for educators. Three DFT members were present for the workshops: Nathaniel Horn, Jason Posey, and Kimberly D. Mitchell.

2018-2020 DFT Election Committee ballot results

Election Committee Election Results (e)= elected

Devette Brown-65 votes (e)

Karren Keffer-42 votes (e)

Kim Mitchell -58 votes (e)

Karl Hartwig- 37 votes

Mignon Pierce- 35 votes

Linda Thomas -57 votes (e)

It has come to our attention this week that reports of violent threats have been made and directed at schools within our district.

Please know that we have been assured that DPSCD Administration and the Detroit Police Department are actively communicating with parents and the general community as well as investigating all reports and responding to them appropriately. We understand that messages aren't getting to staff timely or at all. Communication to staff should come from your building administration or district officials. If this does not occur, let the union know.

As you know, the safety

Here's our Executive Vice President Terrence Martin reading to students at Greenfield Union Elementary School.

Do you have a National Reading Month event involving teachers and students? Drop us a line and we'll cover it. Contact Ken Coleman, DFT Communications Specialist, at 313-875-6775.

The 85th convention of the American Federation of Teachers will be held July 13-16, 2018 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh, PA. Please click the following Web link for DFT election of delegate deadlines:

http://dft231.mi.aft.org/sites/default/files/article_pdf_files/2018-03/2018_delegate_election___calendar____2.pdf

The biennial AFT convention is the most important policymaking body of the federation. The vitality and democracy of the union depend upon participation in the convention by delegates from all affiliates in good standing. Important resolutions, constitution and bylaws amendments, and the election of the AFT president, secretary-treasurer, executive vice president and 43 vice presidents will be in the hands of the delegates. Each affiliate should take part in the election and in all other important convention business. Plan now to ensure representation from your affiliate.

See more details: https://www.aft.org/convention/call

2017-18 Dues Rates, Membership Cards and Pocket Calendars

Please note that dues amounts for 2017-18 school year are as follows:

Full Dues: $897.16

Three Quarters: $672.98

Half: $448.58

Quarter: $224.40

If you have questions about DFT Membership Cards and Pocket Calendars, please contact Mae Winters in our office. She works on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and can be reached at 313-875-3500.