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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · 1d

HFT members had a busy week! On Wednesday, we participated in the Hamtramck Recreation Dept Trunk or Treat event, passing out books and donated food to the community. On Halloween, members showed off their creative side with some fun costumes!

HFT members distributing books and food during a trunk or treat event

Community members participating in trunk or treat

Teachers dressed as school supplies and other fun costumes

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · 11d

Congratulations to HFT Local 1052 for 75 years as a labor union!

In recognition of this, AFT Michigan President Terrence Martin presented us with a commemorative prism 🤝

Here's to 75 more!

@aft.org

Terrence Martin presenting HFT President Ruth a commemorative prism

A commemorative prism acknowledging HFTs 75 years

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · 19d

HFT will be at this event at Zussman Park with sweets and books!

See flyer or alt text for details!

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AFT @aft.org · Sep 23

New issue of #AmericanEducator out now!
Inside: @rweingarten.bsky.social on why fascists fear teachers, @ruthbenghiat.bsky.social on defending democracy from authoritarianism, Oscar Westlund on combating disinformation, & members’ stories of standing up to Trump's cuts.

➡️ www.aft.org/ae/fall2025

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Sep 25

Public Education Works for Hamtramck!

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How one camping trip changed a Hamtramck high schooler's life – Metromode

Immigrating from Bangladesh to Hamtramck, Nazma Begum had no friends, no English language skills, and no experience with outdoor activities. But all of that changed when she went on her first camping ...

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AFT @aft.org · Apr 2

“Our members’ right to retire with dignity and grace after decades of service to families and communities is paramount." - @rweingarten.bsky.social

Read more on why we're calling on chief fiduciary officers to examine investments in Tesla.

AFT’s Weingarten Calls on Chief Fiduciary Officers to Examine Tesla Investments

NEW YORK—Today AFT President Randi Weingarten sent a letter to more than 75 state and city chief fiduciary officers who oversee most major U.S. public pension funds, telling money managers to urgently...

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Apr 2

Destroying the Department of Education would have devastating consequences, especially for our students with different abilities, our multi-language learners, and our students living in poverty and needing extra assistance with basic needs.

www.publicnewsservice.org/2025-03-17/e...

MI educator says federal education cuts hit hard in Hamtramck schools

Cuts to the U.S. education system are expected to create a profound ripple effect on students and staff in Hamtramck's already struggling school district. Hamtramck serves more than 2,900 students, ...

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Apr 2

Our members have been doing great things for our students!

www.9and10news.com/2025/03/13/s...

Students from Hamtramck High School given an opportunity to ski in Northern Michigan

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Apr 2

The mayor of the city of Hamtramck is not elected exclusively by the membership of our local. It looks like he has a new job coming up anyway. Thank you for your support of students and teachers in Hamtramck!

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Apr 2

HFT's President outlines how Hamtramck Public Schools could lose over $7 million in funding for infrastructure work that is already underway:

www.wxyz.com/news/hamtram...

Hamtramck schools among districts preparing to lose millions in COVID-era funding

Federal funding granted during the pandemic is being pulled from at least 27 school districts across Michigan.

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Dec 18

Will we have a board meeting tomorrow? It hasn't been cancelled yet!

Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Dec 10

Just kidding, the board has postponed the meeting AGAIN until December 18th.

Teachers and support staff show up to work every day for our students.

Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Dec 10

The Board of Education of the School District of the City of Hamtramck will meet tomorrow, December 11th, at 6:00pm. This meeting was rescheduled from December 4th. The meeting will be streamed on the District's Public YouTube channel.

www.youtube.com/@hamtramckpu...

Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Dec 18

HFT members were on the Elf Squad today for Detroit Friendship House's toy distribution.

Thank you to all of our members and members of the community who donated toys for children this holiday season.

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Dec 10

Just kidding, the board has postponed the meeting AGAIN until December 18th.

Teachers and support staff show up to work every day for our students.

Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Dec 10

The Board of Education of the School District of the City of Hamtramck will meet tomorrow, December 11th, at 6:00pm. This meeting was rescheduled from December 4th. The meeting will be streamed on the District's Public YouTube channel.

www.youtube.com/@hamtramckpu...

Hamtramck Public Schools

www.youtube.com

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Dec 10

Just kidding, the board has postponed the meeting AGAIN until December 18th.

Teachers and support staff show up to work every day for our students.

Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Dec 10

The Board of Education of the School District of the City of Hamtramck will meet tomorrow, December 11th, at 6:00pm. This meeting was rescheduled from December 4th. The meeting will be streamed on the District's Public YouTube channel.

www.youtube.com/@hamtramckpu...

Hamtramck Public Schools

www.youtube.com

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Dec 10

Just kidding, the board has postponed the meeting AGAIN until December 18th.

Teachers and support staff show up to work every day for our students.

Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Dec 10

The Board of Education of the School District of the City of Hamtramck will meet tomorrow, December 11th, at 6:00pm. This meeting was rescheduled from December 4th. The meeting will be streamed on the District's Public YouTube channel.

www.youtube.com/@hamtramckpu...

Hamtramck Public Schools

www.youtube.com

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Dylan Wegela @dylanwegela.bsky.social · Nov 21

Monday I attended the Wayne-Westland Teachers picket. They are in the middle of intense contract negotiations.

If educators are pushing back there is good reason.

Teacher working conditions are student learning conditions.

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Nov 26

HFT was proud to support Detroit Friendship House and help them distribute food for 200 Hamtramck families this Thanksgiving.

Graphic from Detroit Friendship House showing volunteers distributing food for 200 families this Thanksgiving.

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ZERO TO THREE @zerotothree.bsky.social · Nov 22

Child development is greatly affected by the mental health of the adults who care for them. Let's all take care of our mental health.

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Nov 21

Bricks purchased for schools were found used in board members' homes and bars. A fence installed at a school was removed and placed at a board member's daughter's house. Board members demanded bribes from teachers to vote in favor of raises. The board paid itself $25k in unauthorized salaries.

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Nov 21

In the early 1940s Hamtramck teachers went on strike over the firing of over 40 married teachers ("to balance the budget"), threats to fire any other teacher who married, and school board corruption.

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Nov 19

1965 - HFT members conduct a sit-in at the junior high school waiting for a response to their wage demands.

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Nov 19

Any sign of an AFT Archivist? 👀

Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Nov 19

1965 - HFT members conduct a sit-in at the junior high school waiting for a response to their wage demands.

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Hamtramck Federation of Teachers - AFT Local 1052 @aft1052.bsky.social · Nov 19

It takes a village to raise a child and support a family. A caring society starts before birth. Thanks Senator Chang!

Stephanie Chang @stephanielilychang.bsky.social · Nov 19

Last week, I introduced SB 1127-28, which would enable more expectant parents to receive prenatal care in a group-based setting, such as through birth classes through CenteringPregnancy.🧵 1/3

senatedems.com/chang/2024/1...

Sen. Chang Legislation Would Expand Access to Group-Based Pregnancy Support, Improve Health Outcomes for Moms and Babies

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