06/04/2026
New DCPS openings are live. If you’re exploring your next move, now’s the time to look. https://www.wtulocal6.net/open_positions
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06/04/2026
New DCPS openings are live. If you’re exploring your next move, now’s the time to look. https://www.wtulocal6.net/open_positions
WTU Secretary Tiffany L. Brown is sounding the alarm on OSSE’s proposed graduation requirement changes. Watch her testimony and sign the petition to stand with DCPS students and educators ➡ https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-the-dc-state-board-of-education-your-thoughts-on-the-proposed-graduation-requirement-changes
06/01/2026
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Hear WTU member Elizabeth Weiss explain how the Mayor’s budget allocations are misaligned with what students actually need. Sign our letter to demand a budget that puts students and educators first ➡ https://actionnetwork.org/letters/dc-council-stand-up-to-mayor-bowsers-harmful-budget-proposals?source=direct_link&link_id=4&can_id=1aaad49f5a2212c35620f1d938d79716&email_referrer=email_3258313&email_subject=wtu-take-action-thursday&
05/26/2026
Check with your Building Rep or WTU organizer to make sure your school is ready for this year's building election season. Find everything you need to know about how elections should be administered at wtulocal6.net/building_elections.
In this video, President Laura Fuchs explains how the Mayor’s proposed budget harms international educators, WTU members across the District, and essential student supports. 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-proposals
05/21/2026
📢 WTU Endorses Zachary Parker for Ward 5 Councilmember.
He has demonstrated a strong commitment to public education, educator voice, and ensuring DC schools remain safe, equitable, and well‑supported.
Read the full press release: https://www.wtulocal6.net/washington_teachers_union_endorses_zachary_parker_for_ward_5_dc_councilmember
05/18/2026
📢 WTU proudly endorses Charles Allen for Ward 6 Councilmember.
He has consistently supported strong neighborhood schools, transparent school funding, and safe, well‑maintained learning environments. Read the full press release ➡ https://www.wtulocal6.net/washington_teachers_union_endorses_charles_allen_for_ward_6_dc_councilmember
05/18/2026
📢 WTU proudly endorses Matt Frumin for Ward 3 Councilmember.
He has demonstrated a strong commitment to public schools, educator voice, and the needs of DC students. Read the full press release ➡ https://www.wtulocal6.net/washington_teachers_union_endorses_matthew_frumin_for_ward_3_councilmember