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Leslie Blatteau
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Leslie Blatteau has been a proud New Haven Public Schools social studies teacher and union member since 2007. She is in her third year as President of the New Haven Federation of Teachers. During this period, NHFT has addressed educator retention & wellbeing, as well as working conditions & learning conditions in New Haven Public Schools. In 2022, NHFT negotiated a strong contract for members, securing historic raises and ensuring NHFT’s seat at the table for ongoing collaboration. Leslie prioritizes engagement and activism among NHFT members, as well as partnership with students, parents, caregivers, and families, as we work together to deliver real solutions to support our students, our schools, and our communities. This year NHFT is focusing on a Fund Our Schools Campaign to ensure that our students can access the world class education they deserve.
Before becoming NHFT President, Leslie taught high school social studies and organized with fellow teachers and community organizations to support public schools and fight privatization. Prior to her work as a classroom teacher, she served as an outreach worker for six years, supporting student-parents and their children at the Celotto Childcare Center at Wilbur Cross.
Leslie lives in the Hill neighborhood of New Haven with her husband Jim and their daughter Francine (and their cats and dogs). She is a NHPS parent and member of the PTO at Hill Central School where Francine is a fourth grader.
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