The Washington Teachers’ Union is the bargaining agent for the 5,000 educators who teach in the District of Columbia Public Schools.https://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3mmhtfjevec23President Laura Fuchs explains how the Mayor’s proposed budget harms WTU members and students across the District. After watching, sign our letter to demand a budget that keeps educators in classrooms and students safe. https://actionnetwork.org/letters/dc-council-stand-up-to-mayor-bowsers-harmful-budget-proposals22 May 2026 21:01 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmhtfjevec23https://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3mlyijowueg2wThe WTU is hiring this month for a Grievance Specialist, and we encourage interested members to apply by the end of next week as interviews are already being scheduled. Send resumes to personnel@wtulocal6.net16 May 2026 18:37 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlyijowueg2whttps://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3mlthpqxtug2cThe WTU is hiring this month for a Campaign Organizer. Members who are interested are encouraged to apply before the end of next week, as interviews will be conducted throughout the month. Send resumes to personnel@wtulocal6.net14 May 2026 18:39 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlthpqxtug2chttps://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3mlrfd5r3c42fWTU members have spoken and we’re excited to share our 2026 endorsement slate for the DC Primary and Special Elections. The D.C. Board of Elections began mailing ballots this week. Your vote matters in June.13 May 2026 22:51 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlrfd5r3c42fhttps://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3ml2mbm4wz42aHappy Teachers Appreciation Week to all DCPS teachers! Meet Mr. Triana, a Brookland MS Spanish teacher, culture-builder, and the 2025 DCPS World Languages Teacher of the Year.04 May 2026 21:24 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml2mbm4wz42ahttps://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3mjms3aacqa2rThis Emancipation Day, we uplift the legacy of educator Loretta Carter Hanes, whose work shaped DC’s literacy landscape and helped secure April 16 as a city holiday. Learn more @dchistory (Loretta Carter Hanes collection, MS 0766, DC History Center).16 Apr 2026 16:06 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjms3aacqa2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3miu7kk7zpq2lDC SBOE is voting on major graduation requirement changes. WTU says NO to credit hour cuts, test‑outs, and substitutions. Email SBOE today. https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-the-dc-state-board-of-education-your-thoughts-on-the-proposed-graduation-requirement-changes06 Apr 2026 21:30 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3miu7kk7zpq2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3mioah6nhhi2mToday we honor our incredible school librarians. Thank you for everything you do to empower students across DC.04 Apr 2026 12:30 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mioah6nhhi2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3mhj3dn6gsc2g📢 WTU proudly endorses Elissa Silverman for At‑Large Councilmember (Independent) She’s committed to fully funded neighborhood schools, strong educator support, and putting students at the center of every decision. Read the full press release here: https://www.wtulocal6.net/wtu_ranks_elissa_silverman_as_its_top_choice_for_dc_council_at_large_independent20 Mar 2026 17:50 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhj3dn6gsc2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3mhdv2jm3cc2m📢 The Washington Teachers’ Union proudly ranks Dyana Forester as our #2 choice for DC Council At‑Large. Dyana is a proven advocate for public schools, working families, and strong communities across all eight wards. Read the full press release: https://wtulocal6.net/wtu_ranks_dyana_forester_2_for_dc_council_at_large18 Mar 2026 16:15 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhdv2jm3cc2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3mhbfh3iv4k2p📢 WTU proudly announces its endorsement of Oye Owolewa for DC Council At Large in the upcoming Democratic Primary on June 16. @repoyedc.bsky.social is a longtime advocate for public education and a familiar presence in DC classrooms. Read the full press release: https://www.wtulocal6.net/wtu_ranks_oye_owolewa_1_for_dc_council_at_large17 Mar 2026 16:30 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhbfh3iv4k2phttps://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3mh4ycluhec2nWTU showed up to Recess at the Capitol to stand up for what our students deserve: safe schools, fully funded public education, and the freedom to learn and play. When educators organize, students win.15 Mar 2026 22:24 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mh4ycluhec2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3mcwwisni2k25WTU proudly announces its endorsement of Aparna Raj for Ward 1 DC Councilmember in the upcoming Democratic Primary on June 16, 2026. Read the full press release here: https://www.wtulocal6.net/wtu_endorses_aparna_raj_for_ward_1_councilmember21 Jan 2026 14:55 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcwwisni2k25https://bsky.app/profile/wtuteacher.bsky.social/post/3mchwt2did22k📢 WTU Endorses Janeese Lewis George for Mayor! The Washington Teachers’ Union proudly supports Ward 4 Councilmember Janeese Lewis George in the upcoming Democratic Primary on June 16, 2026. Learn more about why WTU stands with Janeese: https://www.wtulocal6.net/wtu_endorses_janeese_lewis_george_for_mayor15 Jan 2026 15:51 +0000at://did:plc:a2k76i7gm67k7adallzaoad4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mchwt2did22k