# trustee — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover trustee. Page: Feed: --- ## [RTAC Could Be Fighting Force in Future Pension Fight](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/rtac-could-be-fighting-force-in-future) _2026-08-17 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ A fierce battle is being waged between the President of the Retired Teachers Association of Chicago (RTAC) and the elected directors of a powerful organization that boasts over $15 million dollars in assets. ## [Closure of Paredes Middle School - Aug 9, 2026](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aisdxp/episodes/Closure-of-Paredes-Middle-School---Aug-9--2026-e3n8d9s) _2026-08-11 · EdXP · Education X Podcast_ Shary and Cuitlahuac read into the record the lived experience of a member of the Paredes Middle School community who details the “disruption” experienced prior to the district’s decision to close the campus in an effort to avoid a fourth consecutive “F” grade. They also discuss changes to the bus transportation hubs and how the community is already organizing ahead of a possible state takeover. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b83946c/podcast/play/124056316/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-11%2F429613034-44100-2-4565616156431.m4a) ## [Petition Seeks Limiting AI & Technology Assault on Chicago Public School Students](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/petition-seeks-limiting-ai-and-technology) _2026-08-10 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ The IL Families for Public Schools announced a Pledge to Protect Human-Centered Education and is asking all Chicago Board of Education candidates to commit to limiting AI in the schools. ## [Chicago Board of Education Meeting July 30, 2026](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/chicago-board-of-education-meeting-18c) _2026-08-08 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ The main story was the vote to approve a budget that avoided furlough days for teachers but included about 2,000 layoffs unless the State of IL can come up with the money it owes the Chicago Public Schools. ## [NMUSD Trustee Ashley Anderson Appears to Drop Reelection Bid](https://philippstemler.substack.com/p/nmusd-trustee-ashley-anderson-appears) _2026-08-08 · Philip P. Stemler · The Parent Empowerment Newsletter_ After we revealed Trustee Ashley Anderson's suspicious election night 2022 hit and run, she has apparently declined to run for reelection following calls for her resignation. ## [Will CTPF Investment Consultant Search Still Favor Private Equity?](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/will-ctpf-investment-consultant-search) _2026-08-05 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ Is there something rotten in the state of Denmark? ## [“ALL-OUT-WAR”](https://abettercontract.org/p/all-out-war) _2026-07-29 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ Taking a closer look at Mulgrew and Unity’s handling of the Para Respect Check. ## [American Federation of Teachers Convention 2026 Report](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/american-federation-of-teachers-convention) _2026-07-23 · Second City Teachers_ July 15-19 was in Washington, D.C. ## [My comments from the Penn State Board of Trustees Meetings July 17-18, 2026](https://barryfenchak.substack.com/p/my-comments-from-the-penn-state-board-9ee) _2026-07-23 · Barry Fenchak · Barry Fenchak For Penn State Trustee_ tl;dr: More money for President Bendapudi and higher tuition for Penn State students. ## [CTPF Callan Consultant Did Not Inform Trustees about Conflict of Interest](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/ctpf-callan-consultant-did-not-inform) _2026-07-21 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ The Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund (CTPF) Consultant Callan has not reported conflicts of interest to the Board of Trustees that include recommending money managers who pay Callan for services. ## [Snapshot Showdown on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/5wPBMG1QHh1g) _2026-07-21 · **Sponsored**_ Available on Google Play for Android devices. ## [PARA RESPECT CHECK PASSED -- Now what?](https://abettercontract.org/p/para-respect-check-passed-now-what) _2026-07-17 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ Dear UFT Members, ## [Pension Fight Club Film Review](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/pension-fight-club-film-review) _2026-07-14 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ A very engaging and alarming film entitled Pension Fight Club documents how pension money has been siphoned from retired workers and transferred into secret Wall Street bank accounts. ## [Sea of Uncertainty- Austin ISD Budget Voting Meeting - June 2026](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aisdxp/episodes/Sea-of-Uncertainty--Austin-ISD-Budget-Voting-Meeting---June-2026-e3ltuel) _2026-07-10 · EdXP · Education X Podcast_ Shary and Cuitlahuac break down the budget passed by the Austin ISD school board and highlight some unanswered questions and concerns with regards to transportation and takeovers. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b83946c/podcast/play/122664853/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-10%2F427730870-44100-2-725b7c0189339.m4a) ## [The More CTPF Investments Earn, the Less CPS has to Pay](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/the-more-ctpf-investments-earn-the) _2026-07-03 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ And the more Pension Debt Grows.. ## [Chicago Board of Education Meeting June 25, 2026 Highlights CPS Budget Woes](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/chicago-board-of-education-meeting-ab5) _2026-07-03 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ Several groups expressed extreme frustration at the Chicago Board of Education June 25, 2026 meeting. ## [Why is the Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund Using Merit Pay?](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/why-is-the-chicago-teachers-pension-fcc) _2026-07-01 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ Budget debate also over leasing more office space ## [UFT's Endorsement Process: Still Broken](https://abettercontract.org/p/ufts-endorsement-process-still-broken) _2026-06-29 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ Unity’s political “expertise” has become a running joke. UFT members deserve better. ## [Let's Rethink ALL Screens in Schools](https://philippstemler.substack.com/p/lets-rethink-screens-in-schools) _2026-06-28 · Philip P. Stemler · The Parent Empowerment Newsletter_ Has the rise of Edtech in our schools done more harm than good? ## [FIX RETIREE BENEFITS](https://abettercontract.org/p/fix-retiree-benefits-635) _2026-06-16 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ Organizing for the 2027 UFT Retired Teachers Chapter election. ## [Candidate Convos - Tiffany Perkinz - SBOE District 7](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aisdxp/episodes/Candidate-Convos---Tiffany-Perkinz---SBOE-District-7-e3kpug8) _2026-06-15 · EdXP · Education X Podcast_ Candace Sharyn and Cuitlahuac are joined by Democratic nominee for the State Board of Education District 7 Tiffany Perkinz. The hosts talk about her candidacy, the upcoming SBOE meeting where new social studies standards and a. Requires reading list will be voted on, and why it’s important electeds officials in education have some classroom experience. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b83946c/podcast/play/121485256/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-15%2F426149687-44100-2-53c3dbe8c9ef1.m4a) ## [One Cloud, Every AI Layer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/tuuypyqiRBoD) _2026-06-15 · **Sponsored**_ Run agents, inference, and infrastructure on one stack — economics improve as you scale. ## [Budget Breakdown - Trustee Dr. David Kauffman - June 7, 2026](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aisdxp/episodes/Budget-Breakdown---Trustee-Dr--David-Kauffman---June-7--2026-e3kh0v1) _2026-06-08 · EdXP · Education X Podcast_ Trustee Dr. David Kauffman joins Candace Sharyn and Cuitlahuac to talk about the proposed budget for Austin ISD . The trustees talk about the cuts to campus positions, if the district has done enough at central office, and contrast the impact state funding has on smaller rural districts with the budget deficit Austin ISD faces. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b83946c/podcast/play/121192865/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-8%2F425759155-44100-2-ebbd2a3ea6a21.m4a) ## [UFT Election Task Force Minority Report](https://abettercontract.org/p/uft-election-task-force-minority) _2026-06-01 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ At 5pm last Friday, May 29, the members of the UFT Election Task Force concluded reviewing and voting on a recommendation that will be made this evening, June 1, to the UFT Executive Board. ## [Military Occupation of Austin ISD - Dan Dawer - May 29, 2026](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aisdxp/episodes/Military-Occupation-of-Austin-ISD---Dan-Dawer---May-29--2026-e3k3g5b) _2026-05-30 · EdXP · Education X Podcast_ Candace Sharyn and Cuitlahuac are joined by Daniel Dawer, a PhD student at UT-Austin who is researching the Texas Education Agency takeover of Houston ISD. They discuss the news that the 1882 partnership proposed by Austin ISD was rejected by TEA setting up the possibility of a state takeover. What does the TEA takeover look like in Houston ISD and other districts in Texas, and how might a… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b83946c/podcast/play/120749675/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-30%2F425167942-44100-2-ee6baf2cdcc3b.m4a) ## [UFT Election Task Force Meeting #3 - May 5, 2026](https://abettercontract.org/p/uft-election-task-force-meeting-3) _2026-05-29 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ If you missed our coverage of the first UFT Election Task Force meeting held in December 2025 (meeting #1), you can CLICK HERE to read all about it. ## [Penn State May Be Considering Another Raise for Dr Neeli Bendapudi](https://barryfenchak.substack.com/p/penn-state-may-be-considering-another) _2026-05-28 · Barry Fenchak · Barry Fenchak For Penn State Trustee_ Because apparently debt builds character and accountability is optional. ## [My comments from the Penn State Board of Trustees Meetings May 7-8, 2026](https://barryfenchak.substack.com/p/my-comments-from-the-penn-state-board-569) _2026-05-18 · Barry Fenchak · Barry Fenchak For Penn State Trustee_ The Penn State Board of Trustees met Thursday and Friday, November 7-8th, 2026 at the Penn Stater Hotel, State College, Pennsylvania. ## [Solidarity with LIRR Workers](https://abettercontract.org/p/solidarity-with-lirr-workers) _2026-05-16 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ Workers need pensionable raises that meet NYC cost of living, not lump-sum "bonuses". ## [DAY & NIGHT](https://abettercontract.org/p/day-and-night) _2026-05-13 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ And why it is so important to vote today for David Kazansky for TRS Trustee. ## [Thank You, Anthony Lubrano](https://barryfenchak.substack.com/p/thank-you-anthony-lubrano) _2026-05-12 · Barry Fenchak · Barry Fenchak For Penn State Trustee_ “It was the alumni who stood tall through our most trying days.” ## [ABC TRS Town Hall: May 11 @ 7pm](https://abettercontract.org/p/abc-trs-town-hall-may-11-7pm) _2026-05-11 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ## [Reach prospects with real signals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/hIPjs4N6RzWN) _2026-05-11 · **Sponsored**_ Find prospects talking about your problem and get context-backed moments to engage ## [Don’t Lose Your Chance to Vote in the Upcoming TRS Trustee Election: It’s Your Pension Being Managed](https://abettercontract.org/p/dont-lose-your-chance-to-vote-in) _2026-05-07 · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ From limited voting hours to inconsistent school notices, educators across NYC are raising concerns about whether the 2026 TRS election is being conducted fairly, transparently,or in spirit of the law ## [Budgets and Baselines (or lack thereof) - Apr 23rd & 30th AISD Board Meeting](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aisdxp/episodes/Budgets-and-Baselines-or-lack-thereof---Apr-23rd--30th-AISD-Board-Meeting-e3it4va) _2026-05-05 · EdXP · Education X Podcast_ Sharyn and Cuitlahuac breakdown the plans discussed to address the budget deficit, share their takes about some of the proposed solutions including “7 of 8” , and reflect on their experience at KUT Festival. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b83946c/podcast/play/119493034/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-5%2F423478878-44100-2-df4511042b5.m4a) ## [UFT Election Task Force Meeting #2 - Feb. 4, 2026](https://abettercontract.org/p/uft-election-task-force-meeting-2) _2026-05-04 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ If you missed our coverage of the first UFT Election Task Force meeting held in December (meeting #1), you can CLICK HERE to read all about it. ## ["Without data, you're just another guy with an opinion"](https://philippstemler.substack.com/p/without-data-youre-just-another-guy) _2026-05-04 · Philip P. Stemler · The Parent Empowerment Newsletter_ Transparent California's Director of Research, Todd Maddison, on shining a light on school spending. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/196365743/80b9d1b7380f6dbee1fcfee69ac28ec2.mp3) ## [Newport-Mesa USD Leads on E-Bike Safety; Trustee Ashley Anderson Dissents](https://philippstemler.substack.com/p/newport-mesa-usd-leads-on-e-bike) _2026-04-23 · Philip P. Stemler · The Parent Empowerment Newsletter_ The Board voted 6-1 to regulate E-Bike use on its 30+ campuses with Trustee Ashley Anderson saying no, E-Bike policy is "not our lane" ## [The “Respect Check” Was Never About Respect](https://abettercontract.org/p/the-respect-check-was-never-about) _2026-04-22 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ As politicians and union leaders continue to kick the can down the road, what is really going on? And what should our union be doing about it? ## [TRS Week -- Tell, Reach, Share](https://abettercontract.org/p/trs-week-tell-reach-share) _2026-04-20 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ Let's get the word out for TRS Trustee candidate David Kazansky. ## [APRIL WORKSHOPS FOR PENSION, TDA & FINANCIAL WELLNESS](https://abettercontract.org/p/april-workshops-for-pension-tda-and) _2026-04-14 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ The first workshop is TODAY (April 14) at 5pm. ## [EP 149: The Perfect Fit: Best Practices for an Executive Search](https://intheknowwithacct.podbean.com/e/ep-149-the-perfect-fit-best-practices-for-an-executive-search/) _2026-04-07 · In the Know with ACCT_ Hiring a new CEO or president can have lasting implications for a community college. So how can trustee boards ensure they're hiring the best candidate for the job? Julie Golder, Vice President for Search Services, sits down with two of our ACCT consultants to discuss best practices for an executive search and how the association can assist colleges in the process. Learn more about all ACCT Search… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/v2skk27qe742xdaf/Searches_Podcast_Episode_FINALa5z5z.mp3) ## [Candidate Convos - Allison Bush - SBOE District 5](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aisdxp/episodes/Candidate-Convos---Allison-Bush---SBOE-District-5-e3hhl8t) _2026-04-07 · EdXP · Education X Podcast_ We sit down with some of the candidates for State Board of Education District 5 to hear why they are running for this office, what they plan to do if elected, and why they should get your vote. Like listen and share! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b83946c/podcast/play/118067933/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-7%2F421554420-44100-2-90622e987889c.m4a) ## [Program Preference Sheets: What You Need to Know](https://abettercontract.org/p/program-preference-sheets-what-you) _2026-04-01 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ Program preference sheets will be shared shortly after spring break. Elementary Teacher and Chapter Leader Leah Lin shares info on what you need to know. ## [Penn State Fighting Subpoenas for Current and Former Board of Trustees Chairs](https://barryfenchak.substack.com/p/penn-state-fighting-subpoenas-for) _2026-04-01 · Barry Fenchak · Barry Fenchak For Penn State Trustee_ I wanted to provide an update on my case against the Penn State Board of Trustees. ## [Last Call for TRS Trustee Petitions](https://abettercontract.org/p/last-call-for-trs-trustee-petitions) _2026-03-30 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ We are collecting all petitions for David Kazansky this week and next week. This is your last chance to collect signatures! ## [School Based Options Should Be A Conversation, Not A Surprise](https://abettercontract.org/p/school-based-options-should-be-a) _2026-03-27 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ Elementary Teacher and Chapter Leader Leah Lin covers important points about School Based Options. ## [Recollections May Vary: Penn State President Bendapudi Goes To Harrisburg](https://barryfenchak.substack.com/p/recollections-may-vary-penn-state) _2026-03-16 · Barry Fenchak · Barry Fenchak For Penn State Trustee_ Lawmakers Question Penn State Commonwealth Campus Closure Transparency ## [New Social Studies Frameworks - Megan Dougherty](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aisdxp/episodes/New-Social-Studies-Frameworks---Megan-Dougherty-e3ge9fa) _2026-03-14 · EdXP · Education X Podcast_ Megan Dougherty joins Candace Sharyn and Cuitlahuac to talk about the new social studies framework and standards going through the Texas State Board of Education approval process right now. They discuss the changes, the impact, and what you can and should do to make your opinion heard. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b83946c/podcast/play/116908970/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-14%2F419995270-44100-2-ba487b363ad99.m4a) ## [NYC Retirees Stand Firm: Protect Retiree Healthcare from Union Politics](https://abettercontract.org/p/nyc-retirees-stand-firm-protect-retiree) _2026-03-13 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ The promises made to us must be kept. ## [The Urgency Trap: Why Tier 6 and the Para Respect Check Feel Bigger Than the Results](https://abettercontract.org/p/the-urgency-trap-why-tier-6-and-the) _2026-03-12 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ A call to action for today’s town hall. ## [March Workshops with David Kazansky](https://abettercontract.org/p/march-workshops-with-david-kazansky) _2026-03-12 · A Better Contract · A BETTER CONTRACT (ABC-UFT)_ Join TRS Trustee candidate David Kazansky for workshops on pension, TDA and financial wellness. Registration links are below! ## [EP 148: Key Insights from California's Dual Enrollment Strategy](https://intheknowwithacct.podbean.com/e/ep-148-key-insights-from-californias-dual-enrollment-strategy/) _2026-03-10 · In the Know with ACCT_ The state of California has made huge strides in getting college leadership and state legislators to look at dual enrollment with fresh eyes. In this third installment of our dual enrollment series, consultant, Amy Ellen Duke-Benfield speaks with education advocates in California who are working to increase graduation rates through the expansion of early access opportunities. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/7q43qqcybm38zfba/Gates_Part_3_DONE_DONE8gapd.mp3)