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SPTA Collective Bargaining

Current Status

The board has entered into an executive session to discuss collective bargaining with the South Portland Teachers Association (SPTA). The SPTA is concurrently collaborating with the district on other workplace protocols and educating its members on the negotiation process.

  • On September 9, 2024, the board voted unanimously to enter an executive session to discuss collective bargaining with the SPTA.
  • The SPTA president reported on September 9, 2024, that the association's goals include educating members on contract negotiations and working with the district on a protocol for high temperatures in buildings.
Board
  • Voted unanimously to enter executive session for collective bargaining discussions with the SPTA.
Staff
  • The SPTA president reported on collaborative work with the district.
  • The association is focused on educating members about contract negotiations.
  • A key goal is creating a protocol with the district for responding to high temperatures in schools.
Key Resolutions & Votes
Date Motion Result
September 9, 2024 to enter Executive Session Passed

Meeting History

September 9, 2024

September 9, 2024 — School Board Meeting — SPSD

Teacher's Association Report The president of the South Portland Teachers Association (SPTA), Sarah Gay, reported on collaborative work with the district and outlined the association's goals. These include educating members on contract negotiations and working with the district to create a protocol for responding to high temperatures in school buildings.
Executive Session for Collective Bargaining The board voted unanimously to enter into an executive session to discuss collective bargaining with the South Portland Teachers Association (SPTA), as permitted under state statute.
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