Dear PGCPS Professional Family,
Many Unit I members have sent messages of concern regarding the response to planned demonstrations by the administration. Please know that our union and the Board of Directors reserve the right to use demonstrations and other labor actions to ensure that PGCPS makes decisions in students' and employees' best interests. Our exemplary service to students has never been in question, but we are seeking greater recognition and appreciation by the system administration based on the lack of progress on some critical contract language issues.
Throughout the last four years, we have faced unmatched challenges together. Although deteriorating work conditions may bring changes in tactics, let us assure everyone that we will continue to advocate to improve the working conditions experienced by all Unit I members. Through impressive advocacy and labor actions, PGCEA has successfully negotiated a three-year agreement with the Board of Education to restore steps lost during the recession. Our open bargaining tactics are unmatched throughout the state, and so are the results that they have brought. Our Association and its negotiations team will continue to be open, honest, and transparent, and we hope PGCPS will continue to be as well.
We are confident that we can successfully continue in this mode and reach appropriate compromises that will continue to serve the best interests of the PGCPS community.
Thank you for all you do every day to hold PGCPS accountable for creating optimal working and learning conditions.
In Solidarity,
Dr. Donna Christy
President, PGCEA
