About the Boston Teachers Union
The Boston Teachers Union proudly represents more than 10,000 active and retired teachers and other professionals including school nurses, psychologists, guidance counselors, paraprofessionals, and substitute teachers. Together, we advocate for the interests of students, parents and education professionals throughout Boston.
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As a union of educators, we are part of a movement that seeks to improve the quality of life for all working people. We support investment in public education to ensure a stronger future for our students and our city.
Latest News from BTU
Better Budget Blame: Boston Teachers Union Letter to the Editor in Washington Post.
The June 4 editorial “Unions held Massachusetts schools hostage. Now the bill has come due.,” [...]
‘Blindsided’ Boston City Council pushes off $4.9B budget vote after chaotic meeting
The Boston City Council’s division over Mayor Michelle Wu’s $4.9 billion budget proposal for next fiscal [...]
City Council delays vote on Wu’s $4.9 billion budget proposal, approves using $70 million of reserves to plug budget gaps
The Boston City Council voted 10 to 3 Wednesday to postpone a planned vote on Mayor [...]
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