I consider it important, indeed urgently necessary, for intellectual workers to get together, both to protect their own economic status and, also, generally speaking, to secure their influence in the political field.

-Albert Einstein (commenting on why he joined the AFT)

News & Updates

The latest news and updates from USEP.

DOE Forced to Release Teachers’ Flawed VAM Scores

Posted by USEP on Feb 24, 2014

Today the Florida DOE is releasing to the press individual VAM data on teachers.  Both the DOE and the Florida Education Association (FEA) fought against the release, but the courts ruled that such information, regardless of its validity, is a public record.  Teachers...

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Scholarship Opportunities and Financial Services for USEP Members and Families

Posted by USEP on Feb 20, 2014

Looking to further your education or seeking a scholarship for a graduating senior?  Then check out several scholarship opportunities for USEP members and families.   The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Robert G. Porter Scholars Program offers four-year $8,000...

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USEP Sponsors Pasco Young Educators Kick-off Social

Posted by USEP on Feb 5, 2014

On Thursday, February 13th at 5:30 p.m. the Pasco Young Educators are kicking off their exciting new group with a social at the World of Beer, 2081 Collier Parkway, in Land O’ Lakes.  The new group consists of teachers and School Related Professionals under the age of...

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