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Opportunities to Get involved
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WTU Representative Assembly Meeting (Zoom) - 2/10/26, 4:30PM
On Tuesday, WTU Representatives and Delegates will vote on a WTU Swag competition, May Day organizing proposal, and more. Members will also hear from committees and receive updates on the newly formed WTU Bylaws group, as well as the search for a chair of the Immigrant and Multilingual Learner Task Force. All members can register and attend, Reps and Delegates will get a special link for voting purposes.
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DC Council Performance Oversight Hearings - February and March
There are more opportunities to tell the DC Council how our government is doing spending our tax dollars. From DCPS to OSSE you can register to testify over Zoom or in person (or submit written testimony) at key hearings.
Lets show our power beyond the email!
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| 2/18: DC Public Schools |
IMPACT, Planning Time, International Educators, Weather emergencies, and more |
| 2/25: DC State Board of Education, State Athletics Oversight |
Empowering the DC State Board of Education to be a real school board, Athletic Trainers, All things DCPS Athletics |
| 2/26: Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining |
Grievance Process, Contract Enforcement and Violations, Contract Negotiations |
| 3/4: OSSE |
Special Education, Power Schools, School Busses |
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WTU Special Education VP Committee Meeting (Zoom) - 2/9/26, 4:30PM
Join us this Monday as we come together for important updates, collaboration, and discussion on key issues impacting our self‑contained classrooms and student supports.
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WTU Career Educators VP Meeting (Zoom) – 2/11/26, 5PM
Join us Wednesday to elevate your voice, share your experiences, and help build systems that work for teachers and learners alike.
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The WTU Leave Banks Policy is updated reported on and updated (if necessary) each month at the WTU Representative Assembly. You can check out the latest numbers and updates at the WTU Website.
Due to high usage the policies voted on in January are:
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Sick Leave Bank: 50% of requested amount for a maximum of 120 hours for the remainder of the school year. Some Retro for Spring of SY24-25 will be approved on a one time basis in the summer based on availability.
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Parental Leave Bank: Maximum of 80 hours for the remainder of the year.
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If you took leave on January 29, January 30, or February 2, please note that only 6 hours of leave should be deducted on a 2‑hour delay day. If your leave was charged 8 hours, please share that with us.
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If you experienced damaged cars, freezing classrooms, or other unsafe conditions at DCPS facilities as a result of the recent winter storm, please take a moment to report these issues to us. Teachers deserve better, and your submission helps us push for the accountability and action our schools need.
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WTU Special Education VP Committee Meeting (Zoom) - 2/9/26, 4:30PM
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WTU Representative Assembly Meeting (Zoom) - 2/10/26, 4:30PM
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WTU Retiree Chapter Meeting (Lamond Riggs Library) - 2/11/26, 10AM
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WTU Career Educators VP Meeting (Zoom) – 2/11/26, 5PM
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Decoding Dyslexia DC Speaker (Zoom) – 2/11/26, 7PM
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WTU Science Educator Committee (Zoom) - 2/17/26 4:30 PM
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WTU Retirement Options Task Force (Zoom) - 2/17/26 5:00 PM
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DC State Board of Education Public Meeting (441 4th St. NW) 2/18/26, 5:30 PM
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WTU Senior High VP Meeting (Zoom) - 2/19/26, 4:30PM
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WTU Communications Committee (Zoom) - 2/19/26, 5 PM
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WTU Junior High VP Meeting (Zoom) - 2/26/26, 6 PM
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WTU Specialized Services VP Committee Meeting (Zoom) – 2/24/26, 4:30PM
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WTU Elementary VP Meeting (Zoom) – 2/24/26, 5:30PM
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SHAPPE: Senior High Alliance of Parents, Principals and Educators (Zoom) - 2/24/26, 6 PM
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**NEW** WTU Replacing IMPACT Task Force (Zoom) - 2/25/26, 5:30PM
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WTU Committee on Political Education Meeting (COPE) (Zoom) - 3/2/26, 5PM
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WTU International Educators Committee Meeting (Zoom) - 3/2/26, 7PM
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WTU Specialized Services VP Committee Meeting (Zoom) – 3/3/26, 4:30P
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WTU Socialite Committee Meeting (Zoom) - 3/3/26, 5PM
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WTU Professional Development Committee (Zoom) – 3/4/26, 5:30PM
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WTU Organizing Committee (Zoom) - 3/5/26, 5PM
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WTU Executive Board Meeting (View Only) (Zoom) - 3/7/26, 9AM (10 for Members)
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Professional Development Opportunites
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WTU will offer 2 Winter Course Opportunities for 45 PLUs or 3 Graduate Credits from Trinity University
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The Courses:
- Managing Behaviors in School Communities with Dr. Staci Adams-Burnett
- Virtual, Tuesday & Thursday, 5-7PM
- February 17th-April 10th
- Psychology and Education of Exceptional Children with Dr. John Taylor
- Virtual, Tuesday & Thursday, 4-7PM
- Feb 9-March 17
The Costs:
- $125 for WTU Members, $150 for non-WTU Members.
- Additional $375 go Trinity University for the 3 Graduate Credits.
Click to learn more
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The following are open forms you can use to inform the WTU of your opinion:
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