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education11 days ago•29 min saved

SFUSD strike exposes planning gaps and a healthcare win for teachers

The San Francisco Unified School District’s four‑day teachers strike ended with a negotiated win for educators—fully funded family healthcare and a roughly 5% pay increase—after months of deadlock. The district’s late bargaining, unresolved non‑monetary issues (sanctuary campuses, AI policy) and thin contingency plans left administrators on the back foot when sympathy strikes by principals and other staff shut schools. Public support from families helped sustain the strike, but the district faces ongoing fiscal pressures and tougher bargaining ahead as money and staffing concerns linger.

via Mission Local|

#education #education-funding #labor-negotiations

education20 days ago•3 min saved

SFUSD Teachers Prepare First Walkout Since 1979 Over Pay, Benefits, and Special-Education Staffing

San Francisco’s about 6,000 public school teachers plan a Monday strike over higher wages, improved health benefits, and increased staffing for special-education students, potentially the district’s first teachers walkout since 1979. A fact-finding panel urged a 6% raise over two years, while the union seeks up to 14%, arguing the district can use a $111 million reserve to fund raises though the district contends it cannot afford the full demands. Negotiations continue as parents and administrators weigh the impact on 50,000 students.

via The San Francisco Standard|

#education #education-funding #sfusd

world1 month ago•4 min saved

Greater Manchester Teachers Strike Over Assault Allegations

Teachers at two primary schools in Greater Manchester are striking over concerns about violence, assaults, and safety issues, with staff reporting frequent incidents of pupils biting, kicking, and bringing knives to school, which they say are being ignored by school leadership. The union claims that unsafe conditions and lack of action have led to multiple strike days in January, while the school trust emphasizes their commitment to safety and willingness to discuss concerns. The situation highlights ongoing challenges in managing school safety and staff wellbeing.

via BBC|

#greater-manchester #school-violence #staff-safety

education2 years ago•4 min saved

"Newton Teachers' Strike Ends with Contract Agreement and 12% Pay Hike"

After 11 days without school due to a teachers' strike, a tentative agreement on a new four-year contract has been reached between the Newton Teachers Association and the Newton School Committee, allowing students to return to class on Monday. The contract includes increased access to mental health supports for students, a parental leave policy, and raises starting salaries for aides and behavior therapists. The strike, which began on Jan. 19, resulted in daily fines and legal action, but ultimately led to a resolution that addresses the demands of the educators.

via Boston 25 News|

#contract-agreement #education #newton

education2 years ago•5 min saved

"Newton Teachers' Strike Resolved: Students Set to Return as Agreement Reached"

Newton's teachers and the city's School Committee have reached a tentative agreement to end the acrimonious strike, with classes expected to resume on Monday. The new four-year contract, which requires ratification, addresses key union priorities such as parental leave, FMLA leave, salary increases, and protecting teachers' planning time. The deal comes after weeks of negotiations and a judge's threat of escalating fines. The strike affected nearly 12,000 students in one of Massachusetts' largest school districts, and the agreement aims to bring healing and stability to the community.

via WCVB Boston|

#contract-agreement #education #massachusetts

education2 years ago•3 min saved

Newton Teachers' Strike Resolved with 12% Pay Increase

After 15 days, a deal has been reached to end the Newton teachers strike, allowing students to return to class on Monday with a one-hour late start. The agreement includes increased salaries for aides, adjustments for cost of living, additional social workers and staff, expanded parental leave, and more. The Newton Teachers Association faces over $500,000 in fines for the illegal strike, and the contract requires ratification from NTA members and the School Committee. Governor Maura Healey's administration got involved, demanding status updates and requesting court-ordered binding arbitration if a deal was not reached by Friday.

via CBS Boston|

#agreement #education #newton

education2 years ago•3 min saved

"Resolution Reached: Newton Teachers' Strike Ends with Tentative Agreement"

After an 11-day strike, the Newton teachers' union and the School Committee have reached a deal, ending the contentious standoff. The agreement includes a 12% pay hike over four years, concessions for higher pay for aides, more parental and family leave, mental health counseling for students, and a cost-of-living raise for teachers. The union had been seeking a 20% pay hike but settled for 12%, which will equal 13.5% compounded over the life of the deal. The School Committee will vote on the deal, and students are expected to return to the classroom on Monday after missing two weeks of school.

via Boston Herald|

#education #negotiations #newton

education2 years ago•3 min saved

Newton Teachers Strike: Unresolved Negotiations, State Intervention, and Accusations of Misconduct

Overnight negotiations between the Newton School Committee and the Newton Teachers Association ended without a deal despite reaching identical financial proposals, with the School Committee attempting to change agreements on social workers and working conditions. The Newton School Committee voted to cancel February vacation to make up for the 10 missed school days, and the state administration is taking legal steps to potentially force an end to the strike, including seeking binding arbitration if an agreement isn't reached by 5 p.m. Friday.

via Boston News, Weather, Sports | WHDH 7News|

#education #massachusetts #negotiations

education2 years ago•2 min saved

Newton Teachers' Strike: State Intervention and School Schedule Changes

The Newton School Committee voted to cancel February break and called off the 11th day of classes due to the ongoing teachers' strike, aiming to make up for lost school days. Options being considered to offset missed days include canceling part of Spring Recess, using a rotation of weekend days, and extending the school year until the end of June. Attorneys for the school committee and the Newton Teachers Association are expected to appear in court in response to an emergency motion to double fines for each additional day that the strike continues.

via Boston 25 News|

#education #february-break #newton

education-labor-dispute2 years ago•7 min saved

"Newton School Committee Urges Resolution as Teachers' Strike Tensions Escalate"

Tense negotiations to end a lengthy teachers' strike in Newton, Massachusetts, are stuck on the issue of money, with students having missed 10 days of school. The school committee and union have reached agreements on various issues, but the main sticking point is teacher compensation. The union has called for more money in the city budget for teachers, while the school committee has voted to eliminate vacation days to make up for lost school days. State officials have asked for court intervention and are pushing for a resolution to get students back in the classroom.

via WCVB Boston|

#education-labor-dispute #massachusetts #negotiations

education2 years ago•1 min saved

"Newton School Committee Chair Breaks Down as Teacher Strike Enters 10th Day"

The ongoing teachers' strike in Newton, Massachusetts has led to the cancellation of classes for the 10th day, causing emotional distress for the Chair of Newton's School Committee. The strike stems from a $15 million disparity between the demands of the Newton Teachers Association and what the School Committee can provide. Parents and officials are urging for a resolution as fines continue to accumulate for the teachers' union, and discussions about makeup days are underway.

via Boston 25 News|

#education #newton #newton-teachers-association

education-labor-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

"Newton Teachers' Strike Enters 10th Day Amid Ongoing Negotiations and Community Support"

Newton schools remain closed for the tenth consecutive day as negotiations persist between the city and striking teachers, with discussions focusing on pay raises for paraprofessionals. The school committee has offered a 52% raise over the next contract for Unit C workers, but no deal was reached on Wednesday. The union has been fined $525,000, and students express frustration over the prolonged strike. A meeting will be held to discuss making up the missed days, which must be done by June 30.

via CBS Boston|

#education-labor-relations #negotiations #newton

local-news2 years ago•1 min saved

"NEA President Joins Dropkick Murphys in Support of Striking Newton Teachers"

The Newton Teachers Association's strike in Newton continues, with negotiations ongoing and pressure mounting, including fines and calls for an end to the strike. Despite facing fines, the union received support from the band Dropkick Murphys, who performed a rendition of "Worker's Song" in solidarity with the striking teachers, expressing love and support for their cause.

via Boston.com|

#dropkick-murphys #local-news #massachusetts-state-law

education2 years ago•3 min saved

"Newton Teachers Strike: Impact of 9 Missed School Days and NEA President's Support"

Newton schools remain closed for the ninth day due to an ongoing teacher strike, causing significant disruption and uncertainty for students. The school committee has offered a proposal including raises for teachers and aides, paid parental leave, and additional support staff, but the Newton Teachers Association feels the gap is still too wide. Mayor Ruthanne Fuller met with the union in a last-ditch effort, and the community is growing increasingly frustrated with the situation. The strike has resulted in fines for the NTA, and pressure is mounting for a resolution as families and city leaders express concern for the impact on students.

via CBS Boston|

#education #learning-loss #negotiations

education2 years ago•6 min saved

"Newton Teachers' Strike: Second Family Joins Legal Battle as Schools Remain Closed"

A second family in Newton, Massachusetts, has filed a motion in court to end the ongoing teachers' strike, citing the impact on their daughter's specialized education. The Newton Teachers Association argues that private citizens cannot obtain relief against a public-sector work stoppage, but the family asserts their right to intervene. The strike, which has led to canceled classes for eight days, stems from negotiations over pay raises, social workers in schools, and parental leave policies. The teachers face court-imposed fines and potential additional fees for each day the strike continues.

via WCVB Boston|

#court #education #massachusetts