About the Boston Teachers Union
The Boston Teachers Union proudly represents more than 10,000 active and retired teachers and other professionals including school nurses, psychologists, guidance counselors, paraprofessionals, and substitute teachers. Together, we advocate for the interests of students, parents and education professionals throughout Boston.
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As a union of educators, we are part of a movement that seeks to improve the quality of life for all working people. We support investment in public education to ensure a stronger future for our students and our city.
Latest News from BTU
BTU Membership Unanimously Approves “No War on Iran” Resolution
WHEREAS, since February 28th, 2026, the U.S. government has started an illegal war with Iran [...]
Boston School Committee unanimously passes $1.7B budget
The Boston School Committee unanimously passed BPS’s $1.7 billion dollar budget for the next fiscal [...]
Boston teacher layoffs likely as BPS outlines next year’s budget
Boston Public Schools Superintendent Mary Skipper has proposed a $1.71 billion budget for the next [...]
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