Archive for January 2019
FTA-FUSD Prepare for Mediation
We are currently at impasse. In August we move to mediation. The first mediation date is set for August 11th. This graphic will help you understand where we are in the bargaining process: We hope and trust that you are ready to take a stand to send a message to the district that the voice…
Read MoreFrom the Bargaining Room, Hard to Know Hanson is Gone
Today is an important milestone in the Fresno Teachers Association’s contract negotiation with Fresno Unified School District. Today marks the exact halfway point of negotiations under the leadership of Bob Nelson and his predecessor, Michael Hanson. Contract negotiations started 430 days ago under Michael Hanson and continued until board trustees terminated his contract on January…
Read MoreThe Professional Educator’s Labor
From FTA president Tish Rice: Greetings and Happy Labor Day. As we honor the worker’s whose labor made this country strong, I want to reflect on this question: what is a teacher’s labor? I believe… A teacher’s labor is the ability to create engaging and relevant curriculum that helps students develop a deep understanding and…
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