Absentee Ballot Voting
- Member is given a ballot and 2 envelopes
- The member places the ballot inside one of the envelopes and seals the envelope
- The member places the sealed envelope inside the 2nd envelope and seals it.
- The member signs their name across the back of the seal on the 2nd envelope and prints their name legibly on the envelope.
**The 1st envelope with the ballot DOES NOT get signed
- Place all ballots in a box or large envelope and deliver to Kaplan for counting
All voting is finished an hour after the end of the buildings work day. *All ballots and ballot totals should be a Kaplan by 4:30
Department of Education updated their Mandated Reporter Training
New York State Office of Children and Family Servicesis offering FREE two-hour web-basedonline Mandated Reporter Training. This web-based training can be accessed at any time by visiting www.nysmandatedreporter.org.
Here's what I have learned about thetraining:
· The course is fully narrated, comprehensive, and includes interactive learning exercises toenhance understanding.
· You can progress through thetraining at your own pace, and the application saves yourprogress, allowing you to complete the course within the same calendar year after starting it.
· Upon successful completion ofeach section, a certificate ofattendance will be sent to you.
Upon completion of this or another NYS approved training, documentation in the form of an authorized Certification of Completionmust be submitted to the Office of Teaching Initiatives prior to thefollowing:
· Registration or reregistration of your teaching status (every fiveyears)
· Initial application for licensure,certification, or a limited permit
· Professional application forcertification
· Earning a collegerecommendation on or after April1, 2025
Reporting the workshop:
The Updated Mandated Reporter Training MUST be reported electronically by a NYSED approved provider. This is the ONLY method of reporting as the Office of Teaching Initiatives will NOT accept certificates of completion. Note: It is your responsibility to ensure they are providing the updated training before you sign up to take it.
Completing this training is vital formaintaining your professionalcertification. I encourage each of youto register for the training (or an alternative NYS approved training) and complete it before the deadline ofApril 1, 2025, to ensure your certification status is in good standing.
This updated training is REQUIREDfor the following certificate areasregardless of the certificate or license’stype
(e.g. Initial/Professional,Reissuance/Renewal,Permanent/Professional, Transitional):
• Classroom Teachers
Speech teachers
• Career and Technical Teachers
• School Building Leaders
• School District Leaders
• School Counselors
• School Social Workers
• School District Business Leaders
• School Psychologists
• School Nurses
• School Attendance
• School Administration and Supervision
• Teaching Assistants
• Coaches
• Adult Education Instructors
• Visiting Lecturer
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The Cost of Failing to Plan for Long-Term Care
Eligible NYSUT members can participate in discounted long-term care insurance plans from multiple highly rated insurance companies through New York Long-Term Care Brokers/Advisors Insurance Brokers. Plans include coverage for home care, assisted living, adult day services, nursing home care, and professional care coordination. A well-constructed long-term care planblends multiple funding sources, such as savings, retirement income, long-term care insurance, life or hybrid policies with care benefits, and Health Savings Accounts. Have you explored whether you could benefit from long-term care insurance?
Disaster Emergency Tips for Pet Owners
NYSUT members can enroll in Nationwide pet insurance reimbursement plans with preferred pricing and multi-pet discounts, helping ensure the best care for their pets. Unfortunately, catastrophes can come in many different forms, including fires, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, floods, violent storms, and other events -- leaving many pet owners unsure how to respond. Are you prepared to protect your pet in the event of a natural disaster or emergency?