Educator Collaborative News Today

The PEC held a community forum allowing Newton educators to discuss how the underfunding of NPS has impacted student learning and safety.

Over the years, Newton Teachers Association president Mike Zilles has negotiated several contracts with the School Committee and was in charge as the city faced a protracted, difficult process to bring students back into buildings during the pandemic.

The PEC hosted a community forum Tuesday to discuss the NPS budget. Ward 5 Councilor Bill Humphrey joined to take questions. 

Newton Public Schools parents gathered in front of Newton City Hall to advocate for fair teacher contracts amid rumors of a teacher strike.

Newton’s Parent/Educator Collaborative gave updates on NTA contract negotiations and discussed contract goals at its community forum.

The NTA and Newton Public Schools (NPS) are currently negotiating a new contract after the previous contract’s expiration on Aug. 31.