His nametag says: “Tom;” his full name is Thongchai Saibuddhabun. As one of the Hilton staff providing exemplary service at the opening lunch for NYSUT’s Local Presidents’ Conference, Tom is a proud member of Local 6 of the New York Hotel & Motel Trades Council, AFL-CIO. Before lunch started, Tom hesitantly inquired if he might [...]

…and start making some sacrifices for children? That’s the question Jon Stewart asked last night. Go to www.thedailyshow.com. to be reminded of the “debate” why the Bush-era tax cuts could not be extended for those making more than $250,000. But let’s stick it to the average Wisconsin teacher who makes $51,000. The Daily Show With [...]

Jon Stewart — as only Jon Stewart can — delivered a hilarious “Message to teachers” on The Daily Show Monday night. I won’t spoil the fun. You need to watch for yourself. The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Mon – Thurs 11p / 10c Crisis in Dairyland – Message for Teachers www.thedailyshow.com Daily Show Full [...]

Ever hear of ice circles? They’re actually rare. And when they started swirling around in a creek outside Zena Elementary School in Kingston, educators took advantage of the true “teachable moment.”

Several NYSUT members were in the house Sunday as NBC kicked off its week-long “Education Nation” coverage with a two-hour teacher town hall in Rockefeller Plaza. If you missed it or want to see it again, the complete video is at EducationNation.com. What did you think? Comment here – and join the Education Nation conversation [...]