The laws and policies listed here are basic tenets all teachers should know. The SVFT officers invite all members to review these laws and policies and incorporate them where applicable.

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reads the inscription carved on the front pediment of the Julia Richman Educational Center, located on the East Side of Manhattan, NY. The JREC was built in 1923 and first served as a vocational technical school.


Laws & Policies (click on title to view file):

Do's & Dont's For Teachers - Suggestions from the MFT
Helpful hints developed by the Meriden Federation of Teachers. Following these suggestions may prevent you from facing false accusations.

Mandatory Reporting Requirements
Public school teachers are mandatory reporters under state law. this information compiled by Attorney Jim Ferguson provides an overview of what must be reported, to whom, and in what timeframe.

SVFT Position Paper on Volunteerism
This position paper was adopted by membership in 2000. the document, with input from Central Office, was a response to a number of instances in which administrators requested staff to work after-school functions.

SVFT Defense Policy
If you believe that there has been an incident which may lead to you being disciplined, follow this step-by-step policy.

Loudermill
V-T Teachers (and other public-sector employees) who face disciplingary action must have a Loudermill hearing. An excerpt from the April 2000 Vocational Instructor explains the process.

Weingarten
This doctrine outlines the employee's right to union representation.
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