Your Guide to Contract Negotiations
OCEA presents Your Guide to Contract Negotiations for the 2026-2027 school year. Learn about the process and the proposals.
29
06, 2026
18
06, 2026
OCEA Salary and Benefits Negotiations
OCEA presents counteroffers to SDOC on salary and benefits negotiations, addressing pay compression and healthcare costs.
10
06, 2026
Tentative Agreements for Education Staff Professionals
Tentative agreements were reached in contract negotiations with education staff, focusing on employee rights, wages, and insurance.
12
09, 2025
New Contract Language Ratified
New contract language ratified: teachers can manage their own planning time, promoting collaboration without mandatory meeting days.
21
08, 2025
Tentative Agreement Reached on Instructional and ESP Contracts
Explore the latest updates on the tentative agreement for Instructional and ESP contracts, shaping the future of education.
30
06, 2025
Bargaining Updates 6-26-25
SDOC presented offers today for ESPs and instructional staff. While teachers see improvements, ESPs face ongoing challenges. More updates soon!
19
06, 2025
Bargaining Updates & Call to Action 6-19-2025
OCEA and SDOC bargaining updates: Tentative Agreements secured on leave, but insurance proposals threaten educators' pay. Join us on June 24!
6
06, 2025
Instructional and ESP Bargaining Updates
OCEA and SDOC continue negotiations, focusing on working conditions and leave policies. Positive discussions pave the way for future collaboration!
22
05, 2025
Insurance Committee Press Release
The insurance committee discussed increases in health plan costs due to rising medical expenses, while OCEA raised concerns about affordability and access.
7
04, 2025
ESP PERC Election
To keep your collective bargaining rights, you must VOTE YES in the upcoming ESP PERC elections.