The President's Welcome
On behalf of the Board of Directors, I'm delighted to welcome you to the NYSASA website and to report on recent
and upcoming Association events and developments. As always, we're working to ensure that our
organization continues to be relevant, meaningful and valuable to each and every one of you.
Latest News
Social Networks and the Rights of Public Employees
Judging by recent news headlines, school districts are dealing with new forms of personnel issues associated with Facebook and social media. Some recent examples: "NYC Elementary Teacher Admits Being Craigslist Prostitute" (CBS News.com , September 27, 2010; available at http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504083_162-20017689-504083.html).; "Fired Teacher: Facebook Post Stupid, But I'm Not Sorry" (The Boston Channel.com; August 18, 2010), available at "Former Teacher Sues for Being Fired Over Facebook Pics.
Judging by recent news headlines, school districts are dealing with new forms of personnel issues associated with Facebook and social media. Some recent examples: "NYC Elementary Teacher Admits Being Craigslist Prostitute" (CBS News.com , September 27, 2010; available at http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504083_162-20017689-504083.html).; "Fired Teacher: Facebook Post Stupid, But I'm Not Sorry" (The Boston Channel.com; August 18, 2010), available at "Former Teacher Sues for Being Fired Over Facebook Pics.
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