The Marblehead School Committee and the Marblehead Education Association (MEA) did not reach an agreement on a new contract over the long weekend, resulting in a strike by the MEA. Tuesday, Nov. 12, marked the first day of the strike, with no school, sports, or extracurricular activities. While the MEA was ready to begin negotiations early Tuesday, the School Committee did … [Read more...] about School Committee sees some progress being made
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Marblehead School Committee setting goals
The Marblehead School Committee Goals and Evaluations Subcommittee, consisting of Alison Taylor and Brian Ota, met at 1:30 p.m. on Friday to discuss all goals they have prepared to bring to the next School Committee meeting. Throughout the meeting they discussed three main goals: reviewing and updating all School Committee policies, improving School Committee communication, and … [Read more...] about Marblehead School Committee setting goals
Teachers’ contract negotiations stall over wages
The Marblehead School Committee Bargaining Sub-Committee met yet again with the Marblehead Educations Association (MEA) on Tuesday to continue negotiations for a new contract. This meeting was focused on Unit A, the teachers. Another meeting went by without a reached agreement by the end. In a press release from the Marblehead School Committee it was stated that the MEA … [Read more...] about Teachers’ contract negotiations stall over wages
Educators rally to jump start stalled negotiations
More than 70 members of the Marblehead Education Association attended a negotiation session with the School Committee last night, emphasizing the urgent need for meaningful contract negotiations. The large turnout underscored educators’ commitment to addressing critical issues affecting classrooms and the community. “The commitment of our educators is evident in their presence … [Read more...] about Educators rally to jump start stalled negotiations
Public gives School Committee an earful on collective bargaining
Many community members voiced their frustrations during the public comment session at Thursday’s School Committee meeting, urging progress in collective bargaining and calling for changes to better support educators and maintain the quality of education. Members of the education community wore matching shirts signifying their unity and brought handheld signs with slogans … [Read more...] about Public gives School Committee an earful on collective bargaining