NYSUT calls state tests badly flawed and inaccurate
NYSUT blasted the State Education Department this week as it released scores from last spring's badly flawed ELA and math exams, saying they are invalid and released too late to be helpful.
NYSUT EVP Jolene DiBrango said the state's broken scale of 'proficiency' unfairly labels students and schools. In addition, she said the standardized tests are too long and not developmentally appropriate. Here's our report from May 2018 which detailed the many problems educators and students experienced during the grades 3-8 state assessments.
October tradition: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Support NYSUT's efforts in the fight against breast cancer! To take part in Making Strides 2018, visit makingstrideswalk.org/NYSUT and click "Join Us" to find the walk near you.
NYSUT has been a flagship sponsor of the American Cancer Society event since 2002, and its members have generated support, energy, awareness, volunteers and more than $12 million. The union has taken its support to the next level by joining the Making Strides National Partners Program.
The union is the difference in New York
In radio commentary this week, President Pallotta said the recent cover of Time magazine put words and statistics to what New York teachers have been feeling. After years of being unfairly cast as the enemy, teachers are out to regain the upper hand. It’s true in New York, just like it’s true in Arizona, West Virginia, Oklahoma and other places. But there’s a big difference in New York: the difference is NYSUT. Educators in New York benefit from being part of a strong union.
More news
- It is crucial to REGISTER by Oct. 12 and VOTE Nov. 6.
- New York ranks as the #1 teacher friendly state. New York is also home of the most unionized and activated teachers. Coincidence? Nope!
- Kids say it all! Check out our new video for the Take a Look at Teaching campaign.
- Throughout the year, and as elections approach, NYSUT member retirees and retirees from other groups partner in outreach efforts.
- Local unions and individuals can contribute to assist members affected by Hurricane Florence through the NYSUT Disaster Relief Fund.
- Registration for the next round of NYSUT ELT courses -- including many online offerings -- closes in early October.
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