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I know unions have their shortcomings and I know some unions have been agents of stasis, but I see more positives than negatives, especially in my local. Here is a quick brainstorming list of why I approve of my union (state and local): My local uses interest-based bargaining, so both sides win something and no enemies are created. I don’t ...

I’m going to the WEA-RA in Spokane. Anyone else going? Filed under: Union

High transient population. High poverty. High number of second language students. Yep, must be the teachers’ fault. But let’s call it what it is: union busting. As one Washington Post editorial writer said: It’s no wonder that Education Secretary Arne Duncan applauded the move, saying the committee members were “showing courage and doing the ...

I had a conversation with the superintendents in my district last week, and we discussed the implications of getting on board the Race To The Top bus. According to the superintendent, one requirement for even asking for funds awarded to the state if the state receives RTTT money is agreeing to a new evaluation system, a new rating system which ...

After reading this article, I am quite happy to be a member of the NEA rather than the AFT. Posted in Administration, Union

Well, I’ve said unions are not the enemy of education reform many, many times. Unions just refuse to allow their members to lose ground when it comes to compensation, benefits, and working conditions. Plus, union leaders recognize that the recent trends in education are often about privatizing education, providing another hand-out to ...

If you live in Washington State, please vote “no” on I-1033. This would place caps on the revenue generated annually in Washington State which could be placed into general funds with the rest being given back to property owners. In a time of extreme budget cuts to social services and education, the state cannot afford more losses of ...

Two classes started, a third to start this weekend.  I am disappointed that the emphasis in each class is on principalship.  Not once has special education been mentioned.  I realize that most of my classmates are aiming to be principals but it is a bit bothersome that it is up to me to adapt each assignment to fit my needs. ...

Even though a judge ordered teachers in the Kent School District to return to work, the teachers voted to continue their strike when 74% of the teachers decided to defy the judge’s ruling. The primary reason for the strike is not money but “The key issue is class size, with teachers saying that not only are the district’s ...

Strikes are being threatened in the northwest of my state. What do you prefer: a strike or work to rule (working your hours only)? Posted in Administration, Union