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Portland Teachers and Schools Reach Tentative Agreement, Students to Return to Classroom

Portland Public Schools and the Portland Association of Teachers have reached a tentative agreement, ending the month-long strike and allowing 43,000 students to return to school on Monday. The final sticking point of additional raises for teachers was resolved in favor of the union. The agreement includes more mental health supports for students and increased planning time for educators. The strike canceled 11 days of school, and the missed days will be made up by extending the school year and converting scheduled teacher work days and holidays into teaching days. The proposed contract still needs to be ratified by the school board and the union.

via OregonLive|

#education #portland-association-of-teachers #portland-public-schools

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JCPS Bus Driver Shortage Prompts Call for Federal Assistance and Parent Involvement

Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) in Kentucky reported that all bus riders were dropped off at their stops by 7:13 p.m. on Tuesday, marking an improvement from previous transportation issues that caused delays of up to 9:58 p.m. JCPS had canceled classes for a week due to these problems, but students have now returned to school. The district has implemented a new "Return to School" website to assist parents and is seeking forgiveness for missed days to avoid extending the school year.

via WDRB|

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Improvements in JCPS busing: Reduced delays, increased student numbers

Jefferson County Public Schools in Kentucky experienced smoother operations with their new busing system as elementary and middle school students returned to school. Although there were still some delays, improvements were made compared to the previous week. The district hired additional drivers and buses, implemented short-term adjustments, and increased communication channels. However, the real test awaits as high school students are set to return, adding more students to the busing mix. District leaders acknowledge that these are temporary solutions and not long-term fixes. Despite the challenges, the district is committed to ensuring student safety and finding more substantial solutions.

via Courier Journal|

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The Controversial Influence of Randi Weingarten in American Politics and Education.

American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten testified before the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic, attempting to shift blame for keeping K-12 students out of the classroom. However, a subcommittee report revealed that the AFT had an extraordinary degree of input in the CDC's 2021 operational strategy, which kept thousands of schools closed throughout the 2020-21 school year. Weingarten's appearance before the committee exposed the extent of the AFT's influence on government policy, particularly at the state and local levels, and its prioritization of growing financial resources and political power over student outcomes and workplace concerns.

via Fox News|

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