We are heartened to see so many of our members showing up at No Kings rallies throughout the region. I personally drew renewed clarity meeting up with fellow members, labor allies, Free DC and hearing students speak at the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge then marching to tell Stephen Miller to keep his hands off DC.

The call from FreeDC was clear: we need to not only make stronger demands of the national government to keep their hands off DC and constrain ICE, we also need to hold our local elected officials accountable to truly supporting all of DC residents. Right now we can do that by electing candidates who stand on our values like Aparna Raj for DC Council in Ward 1. - Laura Fuchs, WTU President

All out for Aparna Candidate for DC Council's Open Ward 1 seat- March 31st 6-8PM in Wonderland Ballroom (1101 Kenyon St NW).

Aparna Raj is a union member and community organizer running for DC Council in Ward 1! She served on her unit’s bargaining committee to win pay increases and better benefits for her and her coworkers. She fought to raise the tipped minimum wage in DC and has been active in supporting DC’s workers, from picketing alongside WTU when we were called in at 5AM to bargain, restaurant workers, bus drivers, and mechanics, to rallying in defense of federal workers and workers across the District.

RSVP today and be part of the movement to elect Aparna!

Can’t make it? Aparna is a Fair Elections candidate, which means she is fully grassroots funded and is only taking small-dollar donations of up to $50. Donations from DC residents are matched 5x (!), so even a little goes a long way. Link to give: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/aparnafordc

WTU Professional Development Committee (Zoom) – 4/1/26, 5:00PM

Join us on Wednesday as we review the applications of those who want to become AFT certified trainers, hear some proposals for workshops, and make plans for a possible spring set of courses and a summer academy.

WTU Compensating Building Reps Task Force (Zoom) - 4/1/26, 7PM

Join us Wednesday to develop clear, fair criteria for Building Representatives to qualify for dues reimbursement in FY27. The goal is to ensure the expectations of this vital role are balanced with the significant workload Reps already shoulder. With the union’s shift toward an organizing model, this work is essential to finalize criteria ahead of May’s building elections and June’s FY27 budget approval.

WTU Organizing Committee (Zoom) - 4/2/26, 5PM

Join us this Thursday as we continue our May Day organizing work and bring members together to plan next steps for building momentum across our schools.

WTU Executive Board Meeting (View Only) (Zoom) - 4/4/26, 9AM (10 for Members)

The WTU Executive Board will meet this Saturday with E‑Board members convening at 9 a.m.. All members who wish to observe can join at 10 a.m.

April 8 - Thinking About Retirement? This Workshop Has You Covered

The DCPS Retirement Team and the DC Retirement Board are hosting a Retirement Workshop on April 8 at 5:00 PM to help members understand the retirement process, key steps, and how to prepare for a smooth transition. Whether retirement is approaching soon or still a few years out, this session will provide clarity, guidance, and space for questions so members feel confident about their next steps.

April 8 - Ready for a New Opportunity? Hiring Fair at Brookland MS

DCPS is hosting its next districtwide Hiring Fair on April 8 at Brookland Middle School, and WTU encourages all interested educators to save the date. Whether you’re exploring new opportunities or supporting future colleagues, this is a great chance to connect with schools across the city.

May 8 - Stand With Us This May Day

On Friday, May 1 from 3:30–5:30 PM, we’re joining Free DC for a powerful May Day Rally to lift up workers’ rights and collective action across the District. This annual day of solidarity brings educators, families, and community allies together to stand for dignity, democracy, and the strong public schools our students deserve.

The Metropolitan Washington Council, AFL-CIO is hosting their 47th Evening With Labor Awards Dinner on May 2nd, 2026 at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. Last call: The WTU will be providing a limited number of tickets to WTU members who are nominated by the peers by 3/31 as outstanding trade unionists.

• WTU Professional Development Committee (Zoom) – 4/1/26, 5PM
• WTU Compensating Building Reps Task Force (Zoom) - 4/1/26, 7PM
• WTU Organizing Committee (Zoom) - 4/2/26, 5PM
• WTU Executive Board Meeting (View Only) (Zoom) - 4/4/26, 9AM (10 for Members)
• WTU Committee on Political Education Meeting (COPE) (Zoom) - 4/6/26, 5PM
• WTU International Educators Committee Meeting (Zoom) - 4/6/26, 7PM
• WTU Socialite Committee Meeting (Zoom) - 4/7/26, 5PM
• WTU Retiree Chapter Meeting (Lamond-Riggs Library) - 4/8/26, 10AM
• WTU Career Educators VP Meeting (Zoom) – 4/8/26, 5PM
• WTU  Special Education VP Committee Meeting (Zoom) - 4/13/26, 4:30PM
• WTU Senior High VP Meeting (Zoom) - 4/13/26, 4:30PM 
• WTU Bylaws Review Committee (Zoom) - 4/13/26, 5:30 PM
• WTU Communications Committee (Zoom) - 4/16/26, 5 PM
• WTU AFT Convention Planning Meeting (Zoom) - 4/20/26, 6PM
• WTU Science Educator Committee (Zoom) - 4/21/26, 4:30PM
• WTU Representative Assembly (Zoom) - 4/21/26, 4:30 PM 
• WTU Replacing IMPACT Task Force (Zoom) - 4/22/26, 5:30PM
• WTU Retirement Options Task Force (Zoom) - 4/23/26, 5PM
• WTU Junior High VP Meeting (Zoom) - 4/23/26, 6 PM 
• WTU Union Leadership Institute (Zoom) - 4/25/26, 9AM
• WTU Specialized Services VP Committee Meeting (Zoom) – 4/28/26, 4:30PM
• WTU Elementary VP Meeting (Zoom) – 4/28/26, 5:30PM
• SHAPPE: Senior High Alliance of Parents, Principals and Educators (Zoom) - 4/28/26, 6 PM

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