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The 2007-2009 SDNEA Joint Resolution

On June 6, 2007 the Joint Resolution was extended to June 30, 2009 and a 3 year salary schedule was adopted by the members of SDNEA.  Two changes will be in effect for the Joint Resolution:

• The ESY/SNAP/Homebound rate will increase from $27.50/hour to $28.00/hour.
• The amount of tuition reimbursement is going up from the equivalent of 3 graduate hours to 6 graduate hours effective 2008-2009.

On May 9, 2006 SDNEA members voted overwhelmingly to ratify the Joint Resolution for 2006-2008.  There are several notable changes and improvements at that time:

• Article 5 - SDNEA was able to reduce what is reimbursed to the District for the cost of a full-time release President.
• Article 7 - Language was improved to guarantee Due Process rights.
• Article 12.2.1 - New language added to insure a "paid" duty free lunch. 
• Article 12.3.4 - The language was clarified as to what counts towards the 48 hours the district may use for staff meetings/trainings outside of the workday.
• Article 12.2.5 - SDNEA gained language that begins to clarify the role of a Department Chairperson.
• Article 13 - SDNEA rejected a proposed increase of the contract year to 193 days.
• Article 15.2.3 - Casemanagers may request release time to complete their reports
• Article 15.5.1 - Employees may now decline the District's offer for additional caseload.
• Article 15 - Pay issues;  Medicaid report work rate increased to $17.00/hour.  Screening/Evaluation Times were increased across the board.
• Article 19 - The ESY selection process was revised to allow teachers already working in buildings to have a better chance to continue to do so.
• Article 19.3.1 - SDNEA will now have some input in determining fair salaries for coaches and others hired to Extra Duty Contracts.
• Article 23.3.4 - The amount paid for accumulated sick leave upon retirement was increased to $80.00
• Article 28 - The language concerning how soon you would be notified of a change in building assignment was strengthened.  SDNEA (with the help of all our concerned members) resisted the total elimination of the May transfer opportunity.  The March transfer will remain the same.  However, in May employees can apply but there are no guarantees for receiving interviews.

Your Bargaining Team proposed many other great ideas for improving the Paid Absence Policy, attracting substitute teachers and increasing retirement benefits.  It is always possible that additional agreements can be reached with the District before the term of this Joint Resolution expires.  Your Association will continue to strive to hear your ideas and make them a reality.