We’re in the home stretch of our October Membership Drive, and the momentum is incredible! As of October 23, we’ve reached 86% membership, with schools like Anacostia HS, Athletic Trainers, Houston ES, Noyes ES and School Without Walls leading the way at 100%. Many others are closing in fast, and schools such as Truesdell ES and Cleveland ES have posted double-digit gains since the start of the month. This progress shows what we can achieve together—but we’re not done yet.
Join today and help us hit 90% by November 1! Every member strengthens our voice and our ability to win for educators and students. Remember, high membership means greater leverage for salary increases, improved working conditions, and enforcement of your rights. Stay informed and empowered—WTU is here to protect what you’ve earned. Let’s finish this drive strong!
This week, there are new ways to get involved: share your WTU story on social media, and join our upcoming virtual committee meeting. Your engagement matters—whether it’s recruiting a colleague or amplifying our message online. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
Finally, mark your calendar for November 3: Wellness Half Day. Take time to recharge and prioritize your well-being. We’ll share tips and resources to help you make the most of this day because your health matters as much as your hard work.
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Join The Union
We’re in the final stretch of our October Membership Drive—let’s hit 90% by November 1! We only need 130 more Potential Members to Join.
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Check your paystub - "After-Tax Deduction" should see "DU-A.F. of Teachers Local No. 6" slated for $43.97 on 10/31 Paycheck. If you don't see it, you are not a member of the WTU.
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Help Shape WTU's Professional Development Offerings
Interested in taking or teaching a WTU Professional Development course this winter? Fill out our quick Professional Development Interest Survey to share the topics you want — and let us know if you’d like to offer a course!
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Stand Strong for Our International Educators
Join the International Educators Committee Meeting to stand with over 300 H1B educators whose futures—and our students’ stability—are at risk after DCPS abruptly ended its Green Card policy. Together, we’ll organize to demand the promised pathway to permanent residency and protect the global talent that strengthens our schools.
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President Fuchs Elected To The Washington Metro Labor Council Executive Board
At the Washington Metro Labor Council's October Monthly Delegate Meeting, Laura Fuchs was elected to serve on the Executive Board.
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Major Win, But No Transparency
WTU won a $2.8M arbitration award for educators wrongfully rated “Developing” in 2015–2016 — but DC Government has failed to act in good faith during implementation. Learn how we’re fighting back to ensure every affected member is made whole.
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Know Your Dues
The final step of the WTU dues “catch up” plan will appear on the October 31st paycheck, bringing dues to $43.97 in alignment with WTU Bylaws. Starting next October, dues may adjust annually based on the formula outlined in Article IV, Section 1 of the WTU Bylaws.
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Congratulation Charles Moore
After 52 years of dedicated service, we celebrate the retirement of Mr. Charles Moore, a cornerstone of WTU since the early 1970s. Charles served under the first six WTU presidents, mentoring colleagues and building strong relationships that strengthened our union. We thank him for his tireless commitment and wish him the very best in this new chapter—thank you, Charles!
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- WTU Specialized Services VP Meeting (Zoom) - 10/28/25, 4:30PM
- WTU Elementary Meeting (Zoom) - 10/28/25, 5:30PM
- WTU Executive Board Meeting (View Only) (Zoom) - 11/1/25, 9AM (10 for Members)
- WTU Committee on Political Education Meeting (COPE) (Zoom) - 11/3/25, 5:30PM
- WTU International Educators Committee Meeting (Zoom) - 11/3/25, 7PM
- WTU Professional Development Committee (Zoom) - 11/5/25, 5PM
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WTU Organizing Committee (Zoom) - 11/6/25, 5PM
- WTU Special Education VP Committee Meeting (Zoom) - 11/10/25, 4:30PM
- WTU Representative Assembly Meeting *New Time* (Zoom) - 11/13/25, 4:30PM
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Take the Afternoon to Be Well
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Monday, Nov. 3rd is a half day for Records Keeping and a half day for Wellness—WTU members are not required to attend PD or remain on site in the afternoon, so take time to BE WELL!
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Leave Banks Are Open For Requests
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We’ve worked with DCPS to update the policy and make the process clearer and more efficient.
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Thank you for your continued dedication to our students, our schools, and our union. Let’s stay informed and united — because together, we’re stronger.
In solidarity,
Washington Teachers’ Union
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