Jackson Federation of Teachers and Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel, AFL-CIO
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Below you will find links to news stories and information regarding school re-openings amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
WORKER SAFETY & HEALTH DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC: RIGHTS & RESOURCES
Mississippi teachers’ union leader asks governor to delay in-person teaching, learning
Jackson Public Schools Safe School Re-opening Plan
Mississippi Department of Education Updates and Information in Response to COVID-19
Jackson Public Schools football season not yet canceled, coaches misinformed by district official
COVID-19: Preparing For Widespread Illness in Your School Community
Several big U.S. school districts are extending remote classes into the fall
Contradictory school reopening plans leave teachers, parents reeling
Hinds County School District Plan to Reopen Fall 2020
Jackson Public Schools have announced fully virtual fall semester

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​Akemi Stout,Ph.D
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Ebony Caston
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Martha Taylor
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Joshua Strong
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Lynnita Balu

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Emma Michaels
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Jacqueline Lacey, PH.D
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Our Mission
​The Jackson Federation of Teachers is a union of professionals that champions fairness;
democracy; economic opportunity; and high-quality public education, healthcare and
public services for our students,their families and our communities. We are committed
to advancing these principles through community engagement, organizing, collective
bargaining and political activism, and especially through the work our members do.
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  • Welcome
    • Online Application >
      • Membership Benefits
      • Members Only
    • About
    • AFT History
    • Contact Us
    • JFT STAFF
  • COVID-19
  • Professional Development
    • 2022-2023 PD Calendar
    • Overview
    • Meet Our Facilitators
    • Professional Development Courses
    • F.A.Q.s
  • Forms
  • AFT
  • News Letter
    • C.O.P.E