Teacher Centers 'never missed a beat'
NYSUT Vice President Maria Neira (standing) speaks to Kenmore teachers Joi Chimera (left) and Elaine Altman at the teacher center event. Photo by El-Wise Noisette.
New York State Teacher Centers are not only back up and running, but thriving in an atmosphere of renewed appreciation for their work on behalf of students and classroom instructors, NYSUT Vice President Maria Neira told a recent gathering of more than 100 Teacher Center directors.
"I know that this room is filled with optimists ready to seize the opportunities ahead of us," Neira told the group. "We know the relevant work of the Teacher Centers, and we will continue to show the evidence of that work through our commitment to all students in New York state."
The 128 New York State Teacher Centers - which are staffed by NYSUT members -