MINNEAPOLIS — Educational support professionals at Minneapolis Public Schools announced their intention to strike Wednesday.
Last Friday, education support specialists from the Minneapolis Federation of Teachers voted in favor of authorizing the strike If the contract is not concluded for more than 300 days.
The union has filed a 10-day notice, meaning it cannot strike earlier than May 14.
Contractual considerations include wages, weekly hours, health insurance, etc. The ESPs also say they are calling for measures that reward experience and encourage retention, a system similar to teacher contracts.
“Educational support professionals, like teachers, deserve a living wage, affordable health care, and recognition for their experience and training,” said Katina Taylor, president of the ESP chapter. “This is what we need to do to preserve ESP and ensure our students are safe and engaged in their studies. Negotiations should not be this difficult.”
Agreements can also be reached in advance to avoid strikes.
Teachers Chapter of the Minneapolis Federation of Teachers announced a tentative agreement Last week, we worked with Minneapolis Public Schools to give teachers the largest pay raise in 25 years.
MPS faces a budget $110 million deficitSuperintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams said the contract agreement will lead to growth. Possible layoffs.
In the metro, Lakeville-area school teachers also filed tax returns. intent of attack on tuesday.
