On Friday, November 26th, HCT members gathered at the newly opened UBS Arena to see the New York Islanders play the Pittsburgh Penguins. Teachers from Lee Avenue, the Middle School and High School, along with friends and family, enjoyed an exciting game. Although the home team lost by one goal, the game marked a momentous occasion; it was the first time the Islanders played the Penguins in the new venue,

Couldn’t make this game, but are interested in attending another one? Check out the ticket details for Saturday March 5 at 12:30 PM contained in this newsletter and don’t forget to keep an eye out for more opportunities from the Member Engagement Committee. Want to get involved in the committee or have an idea? Email Alison Silvestri.

Since this is a negotiations year, we want to present a unified front by wearing HCT-branded clothing every Wednesday. In addition, we'll be sharing photos on social media of our members proudly wearing their HCT gear.

Use the hashtag #WeAreHCT on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. If you do not use social media and/or would like me to post your photos, feel free to email them to jketyer@gmail.com and I will share them. Remember to Wear it on Wednesdays!

If you missed our fall clothing sale, there is a limited supply of HCT apparel available for sale at the HCT office. View items here.

If you have any questions please email Michelle Iadevaia at miadev4@gmail.com or Melissa Seguna at mseguna88@gmail.com

ELT offers a variety of wellness seminars to help members cope with these difficult times. For example:

Learn about more topics available to NYSUT members here.

A new round of our popular student loan debt webinars has been added to the schedule for December and January. More information and registration for these Zoom webinars can be found here.

The HCT's Virtual Food Drive for Island Harvest is being extended until the end of the year. The system is set up like a supermarket where donors scan virtual grocery items, which are listed at wholesale price, and are meant to illustrate what a contribution like that could provide to the community. Please note the system accepts only credit card donations, not food. Below please learn how your donations help people on Long Island. You can access the HCT Virtual Food Drive here .

Phone: 516-730-8070

Visit them on Facebook, Instagram and their website.

Pick-up a frozen dozen of sweet or savory wontons as a fun and new alternative appetizer, snack or side for the Holidays, New Years and the Big Game.

Stop in for lunch or a snack!

Wow your friends and family, while supporting the HCT Scholarship Fund.

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Members who need to be tested, do not have to use the district testing site. Members can go to their own doctors, pharmacies, or other testing sites and bring in proof of a negative test.

If an HCT member does not comply, the member will be declared ineligible to report to work and will be suspended without pay. The NYSUT Nassau Regional Office has informed us that the district is within its legal rights to do this.

Frequently Asked Questions about Covid-19 Testing and Vaccine Mandates for P-12 Employees can be found here.

After several weeks of behind the scenes work by NYSUT, the New York State Department of Labor has updated the guidance for Labor Law Sec 196-C, which allows paid leave time for COVID vaccinations, to include vaccine booster shots.

School-related COVID questions should be directed to Gail Hunker.

“Let’s Celebrate” is a fitting title for one of the longest-running Disney On Ice shows, as it’s become a joyous tradition for families around the world! Disney on Ice: Let’s Celebrate features over 50 beloved characters, skating along to the classics as the audience sings along and discovers the true meaning of Disney magic.

$31 per ticket (Sections 313/314)

UBS Area

2400 Hempstead Turnpike

Elmont, NY

Complete the order form and return along with your check or cash payment to Alison Silvestri at Hicksville High School.

Questions: Email Alison Silvestri @ ajsilvest@hotmail.com

Complete the order form and return along with your check or cash payment to Alison Silvestri at Hicksville High School.

Questions: Email Alison Silvestri @ ajsilvest@hotmail.com

Minimum of 10 tickets must be sold to get this special offer. Tickets will be ordered one the minimum quantity has been met.

Complete the order form and return along with your check or cash payment to Alison Silvestri at Hicksville High School.

Questions: Email Alison Silvestri @ ajsilvest@hotmail.com

If you are interested in being listed in our tutor database or would like to remain in the database, please download and complete the Tutor Referral Form and mail it to the HCT at 535 South Broadway, Suite 212, Hicksville, NY 11801. If you prefer, you can scan the completed form and email it to Hicksville_Teachers@verizon.net.