Several members of the Brewster Teachers Association traveled to Albany on Sunday, March 8, to join thousands of union members from across New York State at the statewide Fix Tier 6 rally organized by the New York State United Teachers (NYSUT).
Held at the MVP Arena, the event brought together approximately 15,000 educators and public employees from unions across the state to advocate for reforms to New York’s Tier 6 retirement system. Participants included teachers, nurses, firefighters, and other public servants who gathered to call on state lawmakers to address inequities in the current pension tier.
Tier 6, which applies to employees hired after April 1, 2012, requires members to work longer, contribute more of their salary, and receive reduced benefits compared with earlier pension tiers. Union leaders say these differences make it harder to recruit and retain educators and other public servants, and they are urging lawmakers to bring Tier 6 benefits closer to those in earlier tiers.
Throughout the rally, speakers emphasized solidarity among public employees and the importance of advocating for retirement security for the next generation of educators. The event highlighted the growing statewide movement calling for legislative changes to make public service careers more sustainable.
BTA members were proud to stand alongside colleagues from across the state and show support for fair retirement benefits for all educators. Their participation reflects the union’s ongoing commitment to advocating for policies that strengthen the profession and support those who dedicate their careers to serving students and communities.

The Brewster Teachers' Association was proud to participate in this year’s Book Bash, a community event that celebrates reading and helps connect families with books and literacy resources.
Throughout the event, families had the opportunity to explore a variety of activities designed to encourage a love of reading. The BTA hosted a table where members welcomed students and families, giving away free books and other fun items to the many children who stopped by.
Events like Book Bash help reinforce the importance of literacy and highlight the role reading plays in students’ academic success and lifelong learning. The BTA was excited to be part of a community celebration that puts books into the hands of young readers and promotes enthusiasm for reading.
Thank you to the organizers and community partners who made this year’s event possible. The BTA always values opportunities to connect with students and families while supporting initiatives that inspire a love of learning.