Updates on SEA/SPS Contracts
I was going to write my own but this write-up from The Bulletin has loads of good info. Apparently, the talks are going slowly with less than a month to go when school starts. Here are some points to keep in mind: - The Superintendent and staff negotiate with SEA officials. The Board has no role in negotiations but can encourage the Superintendent to come to a timely agreement. Plus: At the July 8 board meeting, Director Joe Mizrahi proposed a resolution regarding bargaining. The resolution calls for the Superintendent to "continue to engage in collective bargaining in good faith and in a manner that reflects mutual respect, transparency, and a collaborative approach with the District’s labor partners.” It also calls for the Superintendent to “negotiate agreements that advance the District’s long-term fiscal well-being” to tackle the district’s budget challenges. Mizrahi’s resolution passed unanimously . The Board can also authorize the Superintendent to take le...