GFT Union eUpdate by GFT Union

GFT Feb 7, 2025

Guam School Counselors Are Still Short of Staff

Counselors are essential in schools for building a supportive and caring environment, which is considered the key factor…

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GFT Jan 28, 2025

Certified Teachers and Employment Policies

As educators, we are entrusted with the critical responsibility of shaping the future of our island through the…

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GFT Jan 9, 2025

Social Security Faireness Act

The Social Security Fairness Act, signed into law by President Joe Biden on January 5, 2025, repeals two…

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GFT Nov 22, 2024

Addressing the Challenges Facing Our Schools

I have been deeply engaged in the discussions surrounding the potential decommissioning of our schools. After…

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GFT Nov 18, 2024

November 25, 2024 GFT Membership Meeting

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GFT Nov 18, 2024

A Promising Step Forward for Our Music Programs

I am thrilled to share some promising news with you. Dr. Erik Swanson, our superintendent, has acknowledged the critical…

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GFT Oct 18, 2024

The Silent Burden: Overworked and Underappreciated Government Employees

Government of Guam employees, represented by GFT, are the backbone of our island’s public services, ensuring the daily…

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GFT Oct 18, 2024

How Much More Are We Going to Ask of Our Teachers?

Teachers Asked to Clean Air Filters At a recent oversight hearing, a suggestion was made that teachers should clean…

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