What's at stake for members and their families? Working families deserve effective representation in government. The first step is to elect people who will stand up for what's right. NTU COPE works to support candidates for local, state and national office who will fight for such important issues as:
Through the AFT Plus/Union Plus program, Union members receive discounts on everything from car rentals to hotels to pet insurance. This is a terrific benefit that more people need to take advantage of.
The Newark Teachers Union Education Foundation is committed to empowering students and educators through scholarships and professional development. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/ntuedfoundation and on Instagram: @ntuedfoundation
🎓 The NTU Education Foundation is excited to announce the 28th Annual Albert Shanker Scholarship Awards! 🌟
We are proud to continue our tradition of supporting the bright futures of NTU members’ children, NBOE Paraprofessionals, and NBOE students of Newark. Each year, this scholarship highlights students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, character, and a commitment to their school communities.
✨ If you’re eligible—or know a student who is—now is the time to apply!
Requirements include: ✔️ Applicant must have a parent or guardian who is an NTU member or be an NBOE student recommended by an NTU school counselor ✔️ All materials must be submitted by Friday, March 13, 2026 ✔️ First-time applicants only (previous recipients and graduate students are not eligible)
📌 Scholarship awards are judged anonymously and based on academics, activities, community service, leadership, and future goals.
The NTU Education Foundation proudly presents the 28th Annual Albert Shanker Award Dinner — an evening dedicated to honoring excellence, leadership, and impact within our community.
We are excited by the positive impact of implementing Cornell Notes and Everybody Writes across Newark Public Schools. These strategies help students engage deeply, think critically, and make their learning visible, encouraging us to continue and expand their use.
Research shows that structured writing improves students’ ability to process and build knowledge (Graham & Perin, 2007). Cornell Notes promote metacognition by guiding students to record, summarize, and reflect (Flavell, 1979), while Everybody Writes encourages continuous writing and real-time insight into student understanding. Both strategies foster rich classroom discussions that develop academic vocabulary and critical thinking, supporting Vygotsky’s (1978) idea that learning grows through social interaction. Students then revise their work, strengthening reflection and knowledge construction.
Since students can’t write well about what they don’t understand, observing their writing and conversations provides valuable insight into their thinking. These practices align with best instructional methods and help drive continuous growth and success.
Thank you for your dedication to enhancing student learning through these effective writing strategies.
Warm regards, Sylvia Esteves Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning
