Bargaining Status: Proposals and Responses
In our Negotiation Session on Tuesday, March 18th PGCPS presented 3 counter-proposals to our previous proposals (Miscellaneous, Healthy and Safe Learning Environment, Unsustainable Workload). Yes, for PGCEA concerns and flags were immediately raised by system counter proposals presented by PGCPS hired attorney Edmond O’Meally, who represents the system as its Chief Negotiator. Not only was there outright dismissal of certain PGCEA proposals but the system proposed deferral of our proposals to committees.
While committees can play a vital role, deferring proposals to committees during ongoing contract negotiations such as these undermines the principle of open negotiations, which we fought hard to establish. Your bargaining team has dedicated months to developing comprehensive contract proposals that reflect our Bargaining Platform.
We remain committed to transparent and fair negotiations and will continue to advocate for your interests and the interests of the stakeholder community in which we work and serve. Your continued support is appreciated, especially with possible actions going forward. We believe our members deserve respect and support in their efforts to serve students and families. Education does not occur in a vacuum.
Spread the word and be sure to tune in next week.
Next Session Details
- March 25 | Teacher Autonomy and Voice, Less Testing, and Class Size
- Bargaining Session Link | 5PM – 7PM
- Debrief Session Link | Directly after the bargaining session!
Get Involved!
- Share a picture of your watch party!
- Post a picture of you and your crew wearing red for ed while watching the bargaining session. Tag @pgcea_pr and use these hashtags: #PGCEAEducatorsUnited and #RedforEd
- Not on social media? Share your photos with [email protected]!
- Join us for an in-person watch party!
- When: April 1 4:45-8PM
- Where: PGCEA, 8008 Marlboro Pike, Forestville, MD 20747
- What: Gather with fellow union members and watch negotiations at your union hall; food and beverages will be provided.
- RSVP HERE
- Keep an eye out for other activities and events!
