“Florida had one more chance to opt into a federal summer food benefits program for 2025, after missing the first deadline last August… “But on Jan. 1, state officials missed the final deadline to draw Sun Bucks funds this year. Read more from WFSU: buff.ly/3PBdQs4

LAST CHANCE: Get your tickets to the inaugural Trailblazers for Justice Awards Dinner and After-Party! Click here to RSVP while space remains: buff.ly/40e5YBH

The Education Summit: Teacher Shortage Crisis brings together top minds to tackle the pressing issues in the teaching profession. The free event will be tomorrow, January 25, 10 AM - 2 PM at the Lakeside Expo Center, University of Miami. Register: buff.ly/3PQukwg

Congratulations to our amazing 2026 Francisco R. Walker Teacher of the Year Finalists! This year's winner will be announced January 28th. That person will also win a free car at the UTD Solidarity Picnic, courtesy of Kendall Toyota! #WeEducateMiami #CountMeInUTD

Congratulations to these amazing 2026 Rookie Teacher of the Year Finalists! This year's winner will be announced January 28th. #WeEducateMiami #CountMeInUTD

Join the City of Miami Beach in celebrating the life and accomplishments of Cuban national hero and poet José Martí at Collins Park. Today, January 27, near the José Martí monument. Coffee and pastelitos will be available starting at 5:00 p.m. #JoséMartí

Omo Moses, son of civil rights leader Robert P. Moses, will be speaking at Books & Books in Coral Gables tonight, January 28th at 7pm. Members who register through UTD will receive a copy of his book, "White Peril: A Family Memoir." Click here to register: buff.ly/4jqQkLQ

"The risks of universal vouchers are quickly coming to light. An initiative that was promoted for years as a civil ­rights cause... is threatening to become a nationwide money grab." Click here to read more from ProPublica: buff.ly/4jeWRcr #FundOurFutureFL

Congratulations to Ms. Jennifer Jimenez! The exceptional band teacher at South Miami High and proud UTD member is a finalist for the Grammy's Music Educator Award. She is a credit to her school and her union! buff.ly/4hUVGh5 #WeEducateMiami

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North Dade Library, Tuesday, February 4, 2025 2:00 - 3:30 PM Naranja Library, Tuesday, February 11, 2025 2:00 - 3:30 PM Westchester Library, Tuesday, February 25, 2025 2:00 - 3:30 PM Register: buff.ly/4hzHcmr

February is Black History Month, and a fantastic way to help students and children of all ages learn more about African American history is with picture books. Click here to see AFT Share My Lesson’s resources on Black History Month: buff.ly/42Bpg6v

Faith Ringgold dreamed of flying and dancing! She created many colorful story quilts about her memories, her dreams, and the civil rights movement. On Wednesday, February 5th at 4pm at the Naranja Branch Library, children will be able to create their own story quilt designs.

Former UTD staffer Kristin Woelfel co-wrote a report from the Center for Democracy & Technology on how to protect our students’ civil rights. Click here to read the full report: buff.ly/3EkhV1d

#WeEducateMiami

UTD Members: Don’t forget to reserve your free tickets to our 20th Annual UTD Solidarity Picnic, this Saturday in Tropical Park! Click here to RSVP: buff.ly/3El9rqM

#UnionStrong

The urban Oasis Project delivers heavily discounted boxes of mostly local fruits and veggies to help struggling families eat well and stay healthy. Click here to see if you qualify for the Almost Free Food Box program: buff.ly/40UBZQt

#StrengthInUnityUTD

Will you be mine? Join UTD and get more love in your life: buff.ly/3PVgWHs #CountMeInUTD