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November 13, 2007

East Greenwich teachers go back to the bargaining table

Teachers in East Greenwich are returning to the negotiating table today after a five-hour session two weeks ago failed to lead to a new contract.

Mediated talks began in August after a three-day strike delayed the opening of school.

The talks have not been hostile, but key issues remain unresolved, according to Jane Argentieri of the National Education Association Rhode Island, parent organization of the 235-member East Greenwich Education Association.

Teachers' pay and contributions to health care costs have been the main sticking points in agreeing on a new contract; the previous contract expired Aug. 31.

Today’s meeting will be held at NEARI headquarters in Cranston.

Posted by Brandie Jefferson  at 8:27 AM | Permalink

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