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Language teachers around the district kicked off Hispanic Heritage month on September 15th. The annual celebration began in 1968 as a week-long event and was expanded in 1988 to run from September 15th to October 15th. Hispanic Heritage Month honors the histories, cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Teachers are planning exciting activities to share with their students - more to come!

by Alison Silvestri

On Saturday, September 17th, HCT Members with friends and family enjoyed a gorgeous evening at Citi Field. The hometown Mets took on the Pittsburgh Pirates in the second game of a three-game series. The game started off with a bang, as Pete Alonso hit a home run in the first inning and the Mets never lost the lead, winning the game 5-1. All enjoyed a great game together and everyone took home a promotional jersey!

Keep an eye out for more opportunities to get involved from the Member Engagement Committee. #Let’sGoMets #WeAreHCT

Homecoming is Saturday, October 8th from 9 AM-1 PM at Hicksville High School. Help us give away treats from our lollipop tree and take pictures at our photo wall (both created by our own Cathy Temps and HS students). Stay for an hour or the whole time, the more the merrier! This is a great event that nontenured teachers can spotlight in their portfolio!

The Making Strides Walk at Jones Beach is Sunday, October 16th.

Join HCT/NYSUT Nassau for the Making Strides Long Island Event at Jones Beach Field 5 on Sunday, October 16th. To register online or make a donation towards our $1,000 goal, click here. For more information, contact Christine Anderson at christineking@optonline.net

SEPTA announced at the recent PTA council meeting the creation of two new $500 scholarships for graduating Hicksville seniors. Representatives said they are able to offer them based on their fully-funded status this year, due to an HCT pilot program. As part of its budget, HCT has funded both PTA and SEPTA for all its current members. No HCT member should be asked to pay to join PTA or SEPTA this year, it's already done!

Come Ride with the HCT!

Looking for an alternative to your usual workout routine?

Looking for a way to unwind and do something good for yourself?

Join your HCT colleagues at SoulCycle for an immersive and intense full-body workout. Lose yourself in the ride, the music, the experience. SoulCycle classes feel a lot like a party or that concert you’ve been dying to go to.

SoulCycle’s Roslyn location is offering HCT Members a chance to try it out for just $5!

Monday, October 24th at 7:30 PM

Thursday, November 10th at 7:30 PM

$5 per person includes a 45-minute class and shoe rental.

Please RSVP to Alison Silvestri (ajsilvest@hotmail.com) by Friday, October 7th at 9 PM to let her know you're planning to join. Then download the RSVP sheet and send along with your payment to her at Hicksville High School.

Please join us for an in person Financial Workshop at Fork Lane Elementary School where we'll provide valuable information that can help you in planning for your future. We'll answer your questions and discuss the following topics: 

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Join your fellow Union members and the New York Yankees for a fun-filled night at Yankee Stadium Friday, September 30th at 7 PM! The Yankees will face the Baltimore Orioles and ticket prices start at $45. The first 1,000 fans who purchase through this offer will receive a special New York Yankees Union Night T-shirt! Each Special Event Ticket includes a regular sized hot dog and your first drink (a 12 oz. domestic beer for those 21 years of age or older with a valid ID, Pepsi product or Poland Spring bottled water). Get your tickets here!

Help us keep you up-to-date on important HCT news and current events. The HCT Connected bi-weekly newsletter, Hicksville employment opportunities and political action items are just a few of the ways we aim to keep members informed.

Let us know if you have had a change or address or cell phone number. If you are not receiving emails or text messages, we may not have your current contact info.

Send us a quick email and we will update our records.

The HCT is updating its tutor referral database. When a request for a tutor is received, we will contact members on the list who meet the criteria. It is up to the individual teacher to make arrangements as to times, fees and location. We cycle through the lists to ensure that everyone will have an opportunity to tutor. Replies must be made within 48 hours so that we can respond to requests in a timely manner. Once we hear back from you, we will forward the parent's phone number and student information.

If you are interested in participating in our tutor referral program or would like to continue tutoring, please complete this short form.

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

Sign up now for NYSUT’s online student debt webinars in partnership with NYSUT Member Benefits. Time is running out for members to apply under a limited PSLF waiver that gives you credit for more types of loans and payments. Even if you’ve been denied before, apply before the October 31st deadline to take advantage of the PSLF waiver today!

Register Here.

October 13th 6:30-8:30 PM at Parkway Community Church

Katherine “Kat” Palma (HS Psychologist) was married in a beautiful ceremony in July to Michael Regan. Congratulations from your colleagues at the High School!

Condolences to Susan Goldman (Lee Avenue Special Ed) on the death of her mother-in-law.

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From Bill Lemmey, President of Hicksville Retirees and former Hicksville Social Studies teacher: I urge retirees to vote in October for David Keefe as president of the N.Y. State Teachers Retirement Board. He has been a strong supporter of retirees.