Philadelphia Federation of Teachers preparing for possible strike; the deadline is Aug. 31

Name: Philadelphia Federation of Teachers preparing for possible strike; the deadline is Aug. 31
Uploaded: 2025-08-06T17:31:00-0400
Duration: 26 s
Description: The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers is preparing for a possible strike. The union is asking for an end to the School District of Philadelphia's controversial sick leave policy, they want extra pay for oversized classes, paid parental leave and the restoration of libraries. Union members already authorized a strike if an agreement is not reached by Aug. 31.

The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers is preparing for a possible strike. The union is asking for an end to the School District of Philadelphia's controversial sick leave policy, they want extra pay for oversized classes, paid parental leave and the restoration of libraries. Union members already authorized a strike if an agreement is not reached by Aug. 31.