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On May 1, 2021 Virginia’s public sector collective bargaining law took effect. Collective bargaining is a historic opportunity for Virginians to be represented in their workplace.
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In an unprecedented move, NPS school board members and chair, Carlos Clanton turned off all streaming of the public comment period that is held on non agenda items. He is using intimidation tactics as union members, public employees, and community members demand more resources for their schools, their students, and their educators.
August 8th, 2022
End of Convention 2022
Listen to National Union President, Randi Weingarten speak at the end of the National AFT Convention.
NFT Supports John Paige for Ward 4, Norfolk City Council
NFT President Thomas Calhoun, and members stand with candidate John Paige as he runs for Norfolk City Council. Pictured are NFT members with Tiffany Buffalloe – candidate from Ward 4 for NPS School Board.
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NFT Members, Parents, and Community Leaders Rally as NPS School Board Voted To Shut Down Public Comment.
April 6, 2022
Exec Vice President Laquetta Mackey Speaks Out At City Council Budget Hearing
More and more teachers are leaving NPS due to the lack of urgency the school board is showing us in regards to putting us our right steps. I say to the city council RESCUE US! Every year that I am loyal to NPS I am getting less retirement and less social security.
February 16, 2022
President Thomas Calhoun Speaks Out At School Board Meeting
“I can’t believe y’all continue to let this happen, you know about retaliation and harassment. They harassed her right into the hospital.
I’m here tonight to tell you what happened. I’m going to be here next month and next month till somebody stops there three women for what they’re doing to this special education teacher.”
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The Fastest Growing Professional Organization in Norfolk Public Schools
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The Norfolk Federation of Teachers wants to educate and inform members on what collective bargaining is and isn’t, and collaboratively work on ways we can win CB in NPS.
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In 1981, a charter was granted to the Norfolk Federation of Teachers (NFT) from our parent group, The American Federation of Teachers.
Since receiving our Charter, the Federation has grown into a large organization representing more teachers and other school employees than any other group in Norfolk Public Schools. One reason for the NFT’s continual growth is the fact that our membership has been able to re-elect our leadership. This brings continuity and makes our leadership more effective, knowledgeable, and credible.
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