House First Readings forthe 4th legislative day of the 2012 Regular Session
House First Readings - 4th Legislative Day
2012 Regular Session - February 14, 2012
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The JCAFT and BAFT will need help from all educators during the 2012 legislative session. We need your help fighting the tough issues ahead.
Message From Birmingham AFT President Richard Franklin about Charter Schools
One of the most pressing issues we find ourselves facing is the impending legislation to allow charter schools in Alabama. AFT Alabama does not support charter schools here while the bill is in its’ current form.
Alabama Teachers Union Works To Protect State's Students
AFT affiliates in Alabama recently announced a multifaceted campaign to address the very serious issues facing the state's public school students and its communities. In the coming months, union members will be engaging elected officials and community members in a variety of initiatives designed to improve conditions and provide much-needed financial resources for Alabama's public schools.
The Fight Goes On!
A Movement is Born
When PEEHIP and the Teachers Retirement System announced deep, painful cuts to health and retirement benefits, Birmingham-AFT mobilized to fight. Thousands of teachers and paraprofessionals have met, signed petitions and reached out to their brothers and sisters across the state of Alabama. A movement has been born. The voice of educational professionals is being heard in Birmingham.
Educators See More Hungry Students
Educators across the nation report that they are witnessing hunger among their students despite government and private nutrition programs intended to ensure children have enough to eat in and out of school, according to a new survey of classroom instructors.