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Louisiana Federation of Teachers: A commitment to public education

The Louisiana Federation of Teachers is more than an organization. It is nearly 21,000 teachers and school employees who wake up every morning determined to make a difference in the lives of all the children in our schools. Those dedicated professionals, our members, are the heart and soul of the union.

At the core of the LFT’s commitment to public education is our determination to preserve and protect the rights professional educators. They are the experts in their fields, and they have the education, expertise and certification required to provide the instruction and support our children deserve.

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New Leave Policy - Monroe City Schools

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Monroe City Schools has updated their extended leave policies related to COVID-19, effective January 4, 2021. Click here to see the new policy.

The district has also compiled an FAQ to help employees understand the new policy. See the document here: Frequently Asked Questions about Covid-19 Related Leave (1/29/2021) 


COVID-19 Legal Reference

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Louisiana Federation of Teachers has compiled the following resources to help inform members of their rights as schools begin to reopen in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic:

AFT Frequently Asked Questions Q & A

AFT Know Your Rights

U.S. Dept. of Labor Employee Rights

U.S. Dept. of Labor FFCRA Excerpt

U.S. Dept of Labor FFCRA Q&A


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