Members: Don't miss our Solidarity Swag Sale, now with PFT logo mesh bags! Get the merch you need to show off your union pride. One order per school please, which is to be submitted by the Building Representative.

All orders must be placed by March 31st.

You will be notified when the order is ready for pickup. Exact cash only. Merchandise is limited. 

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AFT Pennsylvania Delegates: SAVE THE DATE:  July 11, 2025 - July 13, 2025, Sheraton Center City, Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA (March 4, 2025) – Members of the 1.8 million-strong American Federation of Teachers in communities stretching from Philadelphia to Allegheny counties took part in a national day of action to inform and activate members of the public about looming federal education cuts that would hurt Pennsylvania students. Nearly 90% of K-12 students in Pennsylvania are enrolled in public schools, many of which benefit from funding and programmatic support from the U.S. Department of Education.

In the face of illegal cuts to U.S. Department of Education programs and funding and a stated promise to

PHILADELPHIA (February 4, 2025) – Following is a statement from Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT) President Arthur Steinberg on Governor Josh Shapiro's 2025-2026 budget address:

“Governor Shapiro’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal seeks to make good on long-standing commitments that Philadelphia public school students, families, and staff are counting on. We’re pleased to see Governor Shapiro pledge deeper investments in Pre-K programs, early childcare, affordable housing, and family-sustaining work – all of which will meaningfully improve the lives of children at home, thereby

PHILADELPHIA (January 14, 2025) – Following is a statement from Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT) President Arthur Steinberg on the reported homicide of a 17-year-old student who attended Fels High School:

“We are devastated that senseless gun violence has claimed the life of another Philadelphia public school student. Every child deserves the freedom to learn, mature, and thrive without the threat of violence.

“Our thoughts are with the survivors of the 17-year-old child who was reportedly killed near his home in Feltonville this morning. We also extend our sympathies and support to the