SAVE THE DATE: CLC LABOR DAY PARADE
Are you ready to show off your Union Pride? Mark your calendar to march with DC 37 in this year’s Central Labor Council Labor Day Parade on Saturday, Sept. 6!
DC 37 AT THE YANKEES
Join District Council 37 and the New York Yankees for a fun-filled day at Yankee Stadium!
Game Dates: August 25-27 against the Nationals and September 26-28 against the Orioles.
Each Ticket includes:
– An exclusive New York Yankees DC 37 Hat- choose between a blue or green hat at checkout
– $15 New York Yankees Food & Beverage Voucher
The Yankees will send your tickets to the email address you use for purchase. Hat and voucher pickup instructions will also be provided via email prior to the event.
Buy your tickets HERE.
DC 37 REWARDS
Introducing DC 37 Rewards Wellness, plus a Mets Giveaway!
DC 37 Rewards provides exclusive perks to DC 37 members, including regular giveaways, special member events and hundreds of shopping, travel and entertainment discounts.
Now, DC 37 members can access free, on-demand wellness through the app, including work-out videos, yoga, meditation, ways to manage stress and sleep better, and fun weekly health challenges with prizes!
Don’t miss out: DC 37 Rewards will give away 100 free Mets tickets in August! DC 37 Rewards Wellness and the Mets giveaway are both sponsored by MetroPlus Health.To access DC 37 Rewards, sign up at dc37rewards.com or download the DC 37 Rewards mobile app from the App Store or Google Play.
DC 37 REWARDS
Introducing DC 37 Rewards Wellness, plus a Mets Giveaway!
DC 37 Rewards provides exclusive perks to DC 37 members, including regular giveaways, special member events and hundreds of shopping, travel and entertainment discounts.
Now, DC 37 members can access free, on-demand wellness through the app, including work-out videos, yoga, meditation, ways to manage stress and sleep better, and fun weekly health challenges with prizes!
Don’t miss out: DC 37 Rewards will give away 100 free Mets tickets in August! DC 37 Rewards Wellness and the Mets giveaway are both sponsored by MetroPlus Health.To access DC 37 Rewards, sign up at dc37rewards.com or download the DC 37 Rewards mobile app from the App Store or Google Play.
DC 37 HEALTH & SECURITY PLAN
Stress Management with PSU
The Personal Service Unit (PSU) of the DC 37 Health and Security Plan can help you manage stress more effectively. Chronic stress can significantly impact health, potentially leading to various physical and mental health problems, including heart disease, high blood pressure, digestive issues, sleep disruption, and increased susceptibility to illnesses.
Tips for Managing Stress:
- Identify Stressors: Understanding the sources of stress in your life is the first step towards managing them.
- Practice Relaxation Techniques: Techniques like deep breathing, meditation, and yoga can help calm the nervous system and reduce stress.
- Practice Mindfulness: Paying attention to the present moment can help reduce rumination and improve emotional regulation.
- Set Realistic Goals: Achieving goals, feeling accomplished, and receiving praise will release Dopamine, the pleasure hormone. Remember to set realistic benchmarks and celebrate your achievements.
- Engage in Regular Exercise: Physical activity releases serotonin, a hormone that improves one’s mood and reduces stress.
- Maintain a Healthy Diet: A balanced diet can provide the nutrients your body needs to cope with stress.
- Get Enough Sleep: Adequate sleep is crucial for both physical and mental health, as it helps reduce cortisol, the hormone released during stressful situations.
- Seek Support: Discuss your stress and coping strategies with friends, family, or a therapist.
The DC 37 Health & Security Plan’s PSU is here to support you. To speak with a Licensed Social Worker for confidential tele-therapy, call 212-815-1250 or 212-815-1260.
DC 37 SAFETY AND HEALTH
Protect Yourself From Heat-related Illness
Workers may face increased heat risks during the summer. In addition to staying hydrated and taking rest breaks in the shade, outdoor workers can also wear wide-brimmed hats, light-colored and loose-fitting clothing, UV-blocking sunglasses, and sunscreen.
For more information and resources on heat illness prevention, visit OSHA’s website.
More heat safety resources are available from the CDC and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health:
DC 37 MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES HOUSING PROGRAM
First-Time Homebuyers Workshop
Are you thinking of buying your first home but don’t know where to begin? The DC 37 Municipal Employees Housing Program is pleased to offer virtual First-Time Homebuyer Workshops. Allow us to assist you on your journey to homeownership as we discuss the mortgage process, pre-approvals, debt-to-income ratios, PMI, FHA loans, conventional loans, and much more! Bring your questions and we’ll provide the answers. We hope to see you there!
Saturday, August 16 at 11 a.m. | Register HERE.
DC 37 EDUCATION FUND
The Ed Fund is Accepting Applications for Summer and Fall Classes!
If you are looking to enroll in an Education Fund program, now is the time to submit an application. Space in many programs is limited! To apply for a course, view our list of programs by clicking HERE.
The DC 37 Green Jobs Training Program is Expanding!
The DC 37 Education Fund continues to accept interested applicants into its Green Jobs Training Expansion Program, a grant-funded training program for eligible DC 37 members to receive free, hands-on instruction in areas of need within the green economy and energy sector.
Training courses include Energy Auditing, Multifamily and Commercial Building Analyst, Carbon Accounting, LEED Green Associate, Energy Benchmarking, and Construction Management. These courses and more will prepare members for certifications and licenses offered and recognized by the Building Performance Institute, Urban Green Council, and Association of Energy Engineers.
If you are interested in more information on these courses and what this training can provide for you, please click HERE.
Changes to Tuition Reimbursement Benefit
Beginning with classes, courses, and workshops taken on or after Jan. 1, 2024, eligible DC 37 members can now be reimbursed up to $1,500 by the DC 37 Education Fund as long as the requirements for reimbursement are met. Additionally, tuition reimbursement applications can now be submitted completely online.
For more information on the changes to the reimbursement benefit, please click HERE.
The DC 37/CUNY SLU Labor Certificate and Degree Program
The DC 37 Education Fund, in partnership with the CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies (SLU), is currently accepting applicants for its partnership certificate and degree program for the Spring 2026 semester. Eligible union members can receive tuition coverage for up to 4 courses (16 credits), fully funded by the DC 37 Education Fund. These courses can lead to an undergraduate or graduate certificate in Labor Relations or start you on your path toward an undergraduate degree (in Labor Studies or in Urban and Community Relations) or a graduate degree in Labor Studies.
Interested members must first apply to the Education Fund and attend a mandatory information session to be accepted into the partnership program. For more information or to apply, click HERE.
Education and Career Counseling
Do you need guidance on selecting a class from our offerings, updating a resume or need assistance reaching a career or educational goal? Contact an Ed Fund counselor HERE to schedule a virtual appointment.
DC 37 Education Fund Fall 2025 Computer Programs
Currently available computer programs:
Computer Classes at Queens College – Online Sessions
- Microsoft Word, Tuesdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Sept. 30-Dec. 16 – Online. REGISTER HERE
- Microsoft Excel Level II, Thursdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Oct. 2-Dec. 11 – Online. REGISTER HERE
- Microsoft Excel Level I, Wednesdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Oct. 1-Dec. 10 – Online. REGISTER HERE
City College/Center for Workers Education
Certificate received after completion.
- Microsoft Excel Level I, Fridays, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Sept. 12-Nov. 14 – Online. REGISTER HERE
- Microsoft Excel Level II, Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Sept. 13-Nov. 15 – Online. REGISTER HERE. Note: Microsoft Word is a prerequisite.
- Microsoft Office Professional, Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Sept. 9-Nov. 25 – Online. REGISTER HERE
- Microsoft PowerPoint, Thursdays, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Sept. 11-Nov. 13 – Online. REGISTER HERE
- AutoCAD by Autodesk, Tuesdays/Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Sept. 23-Nov. 13 – In-Person. REGISTER HERE
Hostos Community College- Online Sessions
- Microsoft Office Certificate Level I, Tuesdays/Thursdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Sept. 23-Dec. 9 – Online. REGISTER HERE
- Microsoft Office Certificate Level II, Tuesdays/Thursdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Sept. 23-Dec. 9 – Online. REGISTER HERE
- Microsoft Office Certificate Level I, Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Sept. 27-Dec. 20 – Online. REGISTER HERE
- Microsoft Excel Expert (Level III), Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Sept. 27-Dec. 20 – Online. REGISTER HERE
Do you need your High School Equivalency Diploma (GED)?
The DC 37 Education Fund offers classes to prepare you to take and pass the New York State High School Equivalency Exam. Classes are offered in the Fall 2025 term online, hybrid and in-person. Information and applications can be found by clicking HERE.
Summer GED classes are offered through our partner at Kingsborough Community College. Classes start in July and end in August and are online only. The schedules and applications can be found by clicking HERE.
CUNY Counseling is Here for You!
This is the ideal time to plan for enrollment at the CUNY college of your choice. Let Worker Education at the CUNY School of Labor & Urban Studies (SLU) help guide you through the process of finding the best CUNY program to match your education and career goals.
Expert advisors offer FREE one-on-one phone sessions on academic requirements for specific jobs; choosing a CUNY campus and major; applying to and financing a CUNY degree; certificate and non-credit options at CUNY; transferring previous credits, and more. Each session is free and caters to your specific goals and needs.
To view the calendar and schedule your CUNY advisement session, click HERE. Can’t find a date/time that works for you? Email [email protected].
The CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies Offers Leap To Teacher (LTT)
Advance your education in any field with the LEAP to Teacher Program serving all school and daycare workers. Open the door to your future! LEAP to Teacher (LTT) provides a specialized set of support services designed to empower you to become more effective in your schools and more impactful in your communities. The LTT program can assist you with pursuing your undergraduate or graduate degree in any field of study, from the pre-admission stage through graduation.
For more information, please contact: [email protected], call (646) 313-8532 or visit our website HERE.
Retirees Education Courses for Fall 2025
The Ed Fund is currently accepting applications for Fall 2025 classes. Apply online by clicking HERE. For questions, please contact Manuel Gomez-Rosa at [email protected] or call (212) 815-1700.
DC 37 NON-PROFIT/PRIVATE SECTOR EDUCATION
DC 37 Non-Profit and Private Sector Members represented by Locals 95, 205, 215, 253, and 389 are eligible for the following exciting education-related and skills upgrade opportunities in 2025.
For more information and to register, call 212-341-4991 or contact Marcia Hunte at [email protected].
Classes:
- Advanced Word: Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (In-Person) – 10/4/25, 10/18/25, 10/25/25, and 11/1/25 (4 Sessions)
- Basic Excel: Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (In-Person) – 11/8/25, 11/15/25, 11/22/25, and 12/6/25 (4 Sessions)
- Content Specialty Test (CST) – English Language Arts: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 6:00 to 8 p.m. (Online) – 9/9/25, 9/10/25, 9/16/25, 9/17/25, 9/23/25, 9/24/25, 9/30/25, and 10/1/25 (8 Sessions)
- Content Specialty Test (CST) – Arts and Sciences: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 6:00 to 8 p.m. (Online) – 10/7/25, 10/8/25, 10/14/25, 10/15/25, 10/21/25, and 10/22/25 (6 Sessions)
- Content Specialty Test (CST) – Disabilities: Saturdays, 10 a.m to 2 p.m. (In-Person) – 10/25/25, 11/1/25, 11/8/25, 11/15/25, and 11/22/25 (5 Sessions)
- Content Specialty Test (CST) – Math: Saturdays, 10 a.m to 2 p.m. (In-Person) – 9/13/25, 9/20/25, 9/27/25, 10/4/25, and 10/18/25 (5 Sessions)
- Assessment of Teacher Assistant Skills (ATAS): Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 pm (Online) – 9/27/25, 10/4/25, 10/18/25, and 10/25/25 (4 Sessions)
- Educating All Students (EAS): Mondays, 6 to 8 p.m. (Online) – 10/6/25, 10/20/25, 10/27/25, and 11/3/25 (4 Sessions)
- Educating All Students (EAS): Mondays, 6 to 8 p.m. (Online) – 11/17/25, 11/24/25, 12/1/25 & 12/8/25 (4 sessions)
- Child Development Associate (CDA): A new class begins in January 2026 and concludes in June 2026. The class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Orientation is scheduled for December 3, 2025. Cost is $1200.
Workshops:
- Violence Prevention & Intervention: Monday, 6 to 8 p.m. (Online) – Sept. 22
- Child Abuse & Maltreatment (Mandated Reporter): Monday, 6:00 to 8:00 pm (Online) – Sept. 29
- Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Workshop: Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Online) – Sept. 27 (MUST STAY THE WHOLE DURATION)
- Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Workshop: Monday & Wednesday, 5 to 8 p.m. (Online) – Oct. 27 and Oct. 29 (MUST ATTEND BOTH DAYS)
- Infectious Diseases: Wednesday, 5:30 to 8 p.m. (Online) – Oct. 15
DC 37 CLIMATE JUSTICE COMMITTEE
Are you passionate about climate change? Do you want to meet like-minded union siblings fighting for climate justice? DC 37 members and retirees are invited to join the next Climate Justice Committee Meeting.
Tuesday, Aug. 5 at 6 p.m. | Contact Jon Forster, Co-Chair of the Climate Justice Committee, at [email protected].
Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS)
How much do you know about stretching?
Quiz time! Take a few minutes and learn the facts and fiction of proper stretching. Patrick Vignona, PT, MSPT, SCS, certified MDT, a clinical specialist at the Tisch Sports Performance Center at HSS, clarifies commonly held myths and truths about stretching. To learn more and take the quiz, click here.
HSS is here to help DC 37 members and their families – and we accept most insurance plans.
Connect with HSS TODAY:
Call: 212.606.1105
Email: [email protected]
Visit: HSS.edu/DC37
MSK DIRECT
DC 37 partners with Memorial Sloan Kettering to offer MSK Direct, a program that offers guided access to exceptional cancer care for all employees and their family members.
If you or a loved one is impacted by cancer and would like to explore the options at MSK, call DC 37’s dedicated phone number: 833-786-3365 or visit mskcc.org/dc37.
