State teachers union pushes access to recess
NYSUT President Melinda Person makes the case for providing meaningful recess to elementary school-age children.
NYSUT president talks budget, smartphones, and literacy
NYSUT President Melinda Person responds to the governor's budget and calls for higher taxes on wealthy New Yorkers.
Should New York restrict smartphone access in schools?
NYSUT President Melinda Person discusses potential restrictions on smartphones in school buildings.
NYSUT wants to sweeten retirement benefits for recent public employees
New York State United Teachers President Melinda Person argues for boosting the benefits in Tiers 5 and 6.
New president at state teachers’ union
We get to know the new president of the New York State United Teachers, Melinda Person, and learn about her priorities.
NYSUT backs Dems in purple congressional seats
The state's teachers' union is looking to make Brooklyn Democrat Hakeem Jeffries the next speaker of the house.
NYSUT leader talks budget and teacher evaluations
The state's teachers' union is hoping to secure additional state education aid in the budget.
