May 6, 2025 – Bargaining Update
Bargaining Status: Proposals and Responses We need your attention and support now more than ever. Despite our persistent efforts and lengthy discussions with PGCPS on Tuesday, many of our proposals were outright rejected. This lack of progress is unacceptable, and we must act swiftly to secure the contract we deserve. PGCPS will continue reviewing their […]
April 29, 2025 – Bargaining Update
Bargaining Status: Proposals and Responses This Tuesday, we went over the following proposals, but PGCPS did not provide any additional counterproposals. You can view our notes in each document: Join us in our “Spring Into Action” campaign to push for fair and meaningful increases. Your participation is crucial in making a difference. Thank you for […]
April 22, 2025 – Bargaining Update
Important Update on Bargaining Session During our last negotiation session, we received counterproposals from PGCPS regarding Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLA). Their proposal includes increases of 2.5%, 3.5%, and 2% over the next three years, totaling an 8% increase. While this is a step forward, it represents the bare minimum, and we believe our educators, students, and community deserve […]
Spring Into Action
As we head into a well-earned Spring Break, I hope each of you finds time to rest, recharge, and reflect on the powerful work you do every day for our students and communities.
But when we return, it’s go time.
April 8, 2025 – Bargaining Update
Important Update on Bargaining Session This week, our team submitted proposals on the Placement of Unit 1 Members on the Salary Schedule and other Miscellaneous items. This is our last batch of contract proposals. Stay Engaged: Spring Into Action We must stay united and engaged as we continue our negotiations with PGCPS. At our last session, management claimed financial constraints, […]
April 1, 2025 – Bargaining Update
Bargaining Status: Proposals and Responses This week, our team, led by Justin Robinson and Jessie Simmons Biscette introduced our proposal on Fair Compensation for Highly Trained Educators, which includes the following proposed COLAs for FY26-FY28: The school system claims budget constraints will prevent funding our economic proposals. However, the real facts show otherwise: These facts indicate that PGCPS […]
How will Education Department cuts impact Prince George’s County?
There is no silver lining in Donald Trump’s assault on the U.S. Department of Education. The Trump Administration has laid off half of the department’s 4,133-person workforce, paused federal funding, eliminated diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, and canceled research and teacher preparation grants while promoting funding for private school choice policies.
PGCEA Walk-In to Defend Public Schools
We are so grateful for everyone who participated in our Walk-In on March 19, and helped us defend public schools! Our message was delivered across multiple channels, including local coverage on NBC, CBS, and FOX! Nationally, it was featured on MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow show.
March 25, 2025 – Bargaining Update
Bargaining Status: Proposals and Responses Next Session Details Get Involved!
March 18, 2025 – Bargaining Update
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 […]
