Dear Colleagues,
We have been getting mixed reports about the distribution of discretionary funds. Please reach out to Mike Maillaro at mmaillaro@newarkteachersunion.com if you have not yet received your funds.
In addition, it is vital ensure that “unexpended amounts” are distributed in accordance with the contract as quoted below.
Please direct your administrators’ attention to the underlined section below should they have an issue with the process.
The Newark Public Schools and the Union agree to continue the teachers’ discretionary fund. Ninety dollars ($90) per teacher shall be made available