Question of the Week (new) Answers to last week's question: A lot of skepticism that we can negotiate a new contract before the current one expires.  This week's (light) question: (click on your answer below the question to register your vote.) How many more snow days do you think we will have this school year?  zero one two three more than three   NTA Quality of Life and Working Conditions Survey (new) Last week I said I would share the survey with you in segments. I am shi

Dear Colleagues, In the light of the horrendous invasion of Minneapolis and St. Paul by ICE, and the murders of two innocent civilians there, it feels surreal to turn to the mundane business of being a local union. So you aware, we are already weighing how we can demonstrate our solidarity with the residents of Minneapolis. St. Paul, and other cities across the nation and protest the violence instigated by Trump and his allies in the White House.  Question of the Week (new)

Question of the Week (new) The NTA is preparing for bargaining with the Newton School Committee. We will offer multiple opportunities for member input into our bargaining platform. As a first visit into gathering this information, the question of the week is: "What is the most important issue that you believe the negotiations team should focus on"? Cost of living increases Rising cost of health insurance Slowing the pace of new initiatives Living wage for Unit C Improved le

Dear Colleagues: I apologize for getting this eBulletin out to you a day late. The primary focus of is not so much to communicate with you, but rather to hear from you through a survey. Yesterday, that survey was just not ready. While I'm sure it still contains mistakes, I am confident that completing the survey will repay your efforts. Please complete the survey! You will be providing us with vital data that will make NTA leaderships' voices more powerful as we advocate on y