Important Information for Union members
Questions to ask prior to being interviewed by administration:
Is my participation in this interview voluntary?
I would like to have a union representative present for this meeting today, please.
If denied, ask: May I have another representative of my choosing?
If that is denied, ask: Will my answers today potentially lead to discipline?
If I refuse to answer questions, would that be grounds for discipline?
If at any point during the interview you become concerned about the questions, ask that the interviewer pause in order for you to talk with a union representative.
Please also make notes regarding the following:
The answers given to the above questions.
The name of the investigator and the date and time of the interview.
The questions asked of you during the interview and your responses.
Give your notes to your union president immediately following the interview.
Is my participation in this interview voluntary?
I would like to have a union representative present for this meeting today, please.
If denied, ask: May I have another representative of my choosing?
If that is denied, ask: Will my answers today potentially lead to discipline?
If I refuse to answer questions, would that be grounds for discipline?
If at any point during the interview you become concerned about the questions, ask that the interviewer pause in order for you to talk with a union representative.
Please also make notes regarding the following:
The answers given to the above questions.
The name of the investigator and the date and time of the interview.
The questions asked of you during the interview and your responses.
Give your notes to your union president immediately following the interview.
Important links
The links below will lead you to helpful resources both in and out of the classroom.
NYSUT
AFT
State Education Department
Teacher's Retirement
EngageNY - Items for Common Core and Curriculum
Health Care - Genesee Area Health Care Plan