by Matt Lavonas | Mar 5, 2021 | Adam's Updates
Colleagues, As I’ve indicated in Wednesday’s Update, with the help of our state-level union, the New York State United Teachers (NYSUT), approximately 1100 Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines are being made available solely to members of the Rochester Teachers Association (RTA)...
by Matt Lavonas | Mar 4, 2021 | Adam's Updates
Colleagues,Here are some timely and important notices for your information: – Vaccines For RTA and RAP Members. I am pleased to inform you that, with help from the New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) and Monroe County Executive Adam Bello, 1100 Pfizer...
by Matt Lavonas | Feb 21, 2021 | Adam's Updates
Colleagues, I hope you had a safe and restful Winter recess. The Rochester City School District is proceeding with reopening school buildings despite the fact that they are not fully ready to do so safely and effectively – not with mitigation, not with COVID...
by Matt Lavonas | Feb 9, 2021 | Adam's Updates
Colleagues, Since the COVID-19 pandemic involves an airborne virus, common sense suggests that ventilation plays a critical role. That is why the RTA has engaged independent Industrial Hygienists to confirm that all our schools meet the accepted standards for...
by Matt Lavonas | Feb 7, 2021 | Adam's Updates
Colleagues, Defying the collective wisdom of the overwhelming majority of parents and teachers, the Rochester City School District decided to push ahead with reopening schools before they are ready – thus disrupting the education of our students and playing...
by Matt Lavonas | Feb 3, 2021 | Adam's Updates
Colleagues, First and foremost, I want to thank the many teachers who signed up to address the Board of Education and spoke so eloquently to advocate for a safe and prepared reopening of our schools. Your professionalism and dedication make all of us proud. For now, I...
