Houston Federation of Teachers
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The Houston Federation of Teachers is a union of professionals that champions fairness, democracy, economic opportunity, and high quality public education.
Houston, TX
Joined August 2012
The number of hired uncertified teachers increased by 1,081% in Houston ISD during the first year of the HISD takeover. 1,093 out of 2,316 teachers hired in the 2023-2024 school year were uncertified. Are you an uncertified teacher in Houston ISD finding yourself needing
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SAVE THE DATE: We will be giving out free books at the union hall on July 30! Parents and educators are welcome! See flyer for more details. Register here:.
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‼️ “A Houston Chronicle analysis found the average number of yearly teacher departures rose by 48% in the first two years of the state takeover compared to the five years prior. More than 3,220 employees, including at least 840 teachers, left Houston ISD from August 2024 through
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We send our deepest condolences to our union family who have lost students, friends, or family members in the Central Texas flooding. We want HFT members to know that trauma counseling is available to you at no cost. This can be scheduled 24/7, when you need it, where you need
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The HFT office will be closed Thursday, July 3 and Friday, July 4. Have a safe and happy holiday weekend!
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“By not taking biology until tenth grade, you’re limiting their access to other advanced science courses,” said a testing coordinator at one NES high school. “You’re going to increase your scores, but at the cost of advanced academics.”. @GregAbbott_TX, @MikeMorath,.
By delaying biology and algebra for NES students, Miles is inflating scores while denying kids access to advanced coursework. That’s not equity—it's institutional harm.
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Governor @GregAbbott_TX signed Senate Bill 10 into law, requiring schools to post a copy of the ten commandments in every public school classroom, despite a federal court ruling that a similar Louisiana law violated a constitutionally required separation of church and state. The
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“Houston ISD students who “passed” the STAAR exam in biology surpassed state averages for the first time in 2025, notching what appeared to be a critical win for state-appointed Superintendent Mike Miles and his vision for "wholesale systemic reform." .However, the number of
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Statement from the Houston Federation of Teachers on the Use of HB 2 Funds . The Houston Federation of Teachers strongly objects to the recent decision by Superintendent Mike Miles and the Board of Managers regarding the allocation of funds provided through House Bill 2 (HB 2).
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Happy Juneteenth! Our union hall will be closed today as we honor the significance of this important day in American history. Regular office hours will resume tomorrow. Here are some resources and activities to learn more:
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Thank you to everyone who joined us at the No Kings protest. Amazing turnout! We’re stronger together. #nokings #strongertogether #unionstrong
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"The HFT foresaw that Mr. Miles’ contract would be granted when the most outspoken members of the BOM (Board of Managers) were removed from. They were "finally" no longer complicit. Miles has been given a nearly 100k raise to continue decimating HISD. He and the TEA will not
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Trump is throwing himself a $100 million parade while slashing the programs kids and families rely on, from Medicaid to public education. AFT members are saying no to Trump’s authoritarian pageantry—and yes to the people-powered future we’re fighting for every day in our schools,
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RT @meganmmenchaca: In general, if someone is reminding you not to talk to the media, they are benefitting from your silence. Public emplo….
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HISD board policy GBBA states that "Media contact is not within the District's jurisdiction for approval or interruption if it occurs off District property and at nondistrict related events.". As educators, if you are not sharing your experiences and opinions with your
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Does @hisdsupe F. Mike Miles need to train principals on the first amendment? Is Principal Vega trying to intimidate educators from speaking about their experiences in Houston ISD? How many educators did Vega fire before announcing her departure? @GregAbbott_TX @MikeMorath
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Summer's here! You made it! What are your summer plans?
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