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Category Archives: News & Events
TEACHERS are the Solution our Students NEED
Carol Gale spoke to the Board of Ed in their last public session, advocating for more opportunities for Hartford’s students. A disproportionate amount of the ESSER funds were allocated for Central Office personnel, rather than allocating that money to STUDENTS. Here is what she shared: The Hartford Board of Education approves many outside contracts for …
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Return to Full In-person Learning
With COVID numbers decreasing and a national push to return students to classes, we all seek to know when and how that transition will occur in Hartford. To that end, I reached out to the superintendent last week on behalf of all the HPS unions and asked if she had plans for increasing in-person leaning. …
Community Conversation Regarding Opening of Schools
The HFT, in collaboration with Kamora’s Cultural Corner, hosted a community conversation on the reopening of schools. About 20 people representing parents, teachers and community members joined the zoom meeting which was also broadcast over FaceBooklive. A lively discussion centered on the reopening plans for Hartford Schools and the complexities of implementing this safely and …
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Teacher Evaluation Update for 20-21
HFT President Carol Gale shares an update with the membership regarding teacher evaluation for the 20-21 school year. Questions? Let us know using the “contact us” form on the website, or call the HFT office at (860) 249-7629.
Teachers Hold Safe Schools Rally Outside Board of Ed Meeting – WFSB Reports
Here is WFSB’s Sharon Johnston reporting on the August 18 rally outside the Board of Education meeting. Teachers rallied for a safe school re-opening. WFSB and NBC Connecticut both helped get out the news about what you, our members, want for our students and families this fall.
HFT Members Rally Before Board of Education Meeting – NBC News Reports
Carol, Corey, and Stu advocate for Teachers and Students on Morning TALK with J. Stan McCauley
Welcome to the HFT!
We’re so glad you’re here. Wondering what we’re all about? Here is a short video to help…
