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NFT School Board Rally RSVP
March 15, 2023
NPS employees deserve better and it is time to let them know. Join your coworkers and demand a budget that prioritizes school staff.
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NFT In The News
March 15, 2023
The Norfolk Federation Teachers and your allies in the community pressured the School Board into delaying the vote on the 2024 Budget!
Hours of pressure from your Union coworkers proved vital in forcing the School Board to postpone the vote to hold more discussion, especially on key amendments surrounding step payment and funding for instructional support.
Media: Norfolk Federation of Teachers rallies for pay and security
June 2022
NFT Members, Parents, and Community Leaders Rally as NPS School Board Voted To Shut Down Public Comment
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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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Our Story
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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How Can I Receive Assistance With A Grievance?
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Norfolk Federation of Teachers
Quality education for all students, dignity for those who provide it.
