AFT Pennsylvania President Arthur Steinberg on COVID-19 Education Relief Package

Harrisburg, PA, Friday, March 27, 2020— AFT Pennsylvania President Arthur G. Steinberg, on Friday, issued the following statement after Governor Wolf signed SB751, a bill to provide regulatory relief to school districts, educators:

“I applaud Governor Wolf’s quick and decisive action in signing of SB751 today. At a time when educators, students, and their families are facing great uncertainty, this bill provides much-needed guidance and assuredness.

Fighting for what our students deserve!

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our students deserve!

The Staff Students Desrve

  • More and appropriate
    support personnel and
    service providers
  • Fully staffed nursing
    offices
  • Diverse workforce
  • Professionally staffed libraries with diverse
    collections
  • End to Teach for America
 

The Health Students Deserve

  • Healthy food offerings for
    students and staff
  • Appropriate training and tools for
    stress relief
  • Recess for every student
  • Outdoor classrooms and community gardens
  • Schools free from bullying
  • Safe schools
 

The Leadership Students Deserve

  • Stability among administrators
  • Teacher representation on school committee
  • Opportunities for civic engagement
  • Educator voice in school design and operation
  • Union representation for every worker
  • Fair wages for all staff
 

The Schools Students Deserve

  • Less standardized testing
  • More classroom supplies
  • Smaller class sizes

Frequently Asked Questions

Check out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the top issues members are asking about as your workplaces shift gears to meet the expected surge in demand for hospital services.

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COVID-19 Resource Guide

Has COVID-19 impacted you or your loved ones?

  • Have your hours been reduced or are you out of work?
  • Are you struggling with childcare since the school closure went into effect?
  • Is the stress, grief, and overwhelm getting to you?

You are not alone. Check out our relief resources and roundup of key links to stay up-to-date on COVID-19 related issues for healthcare workers.

CUB Member Update on COVID-19

The City Union of Baltimore is working to ensure that every member has the proper PPE required to do their job. After hearing from the membership who work at various worksites across the city, I know what it is you need, and I have been and will continue to fight like hell to ensure that you have the resources you need to do your job. Your calls and emails have not gone unnoticed.

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