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Get holiday discounts with UFT membership
The UFT app, NYSUT and AFT provide members-only discounts from merchants on travel, apparel and much more.
Union members get free legal plan
There is now another reason it pays to be a UFT member. The ÐãÐãÖ±²¥has negotiated a free legal service plan for members only. The program gives UFT members access to an attorney who can answer legal questions, write letters on their behalf, review documents and prepare a will.
New option for getting maintenance drugs
The UFT Welfare Fund prescription drug benefit has been enhanced. In-service members who are eligible for UFT Welfare Fund benefits now have a new convenient option for picking up their long-term medications for chronic conditions such as high cholesterol or asthma.
High school seniors may apply for Shanker scholarships
Do you work in a high school? Make sure high school seniors in your school apply for a $5,000 Albert Shanker college scholarship.
Teacher’s Choice spending deadline
The deadline for spending Teacher’s Choice funds is Jan. 12, 2020. You should submit your receipts for purchases made between Aug. 1, 2019, and Jan. 12, 2020, along with the Teacher’s Choice Accountability Form detailing your purchases, by Jan. 17, 2020, to your payroll secretary.