Elizabeth Ingber, Skyline faculty member, shared their thoughts after attending a contract bargaining session on Wednesday, August 8. “Attending negotiations provided insight into the dialogue between our union and the district and revealed the degree of patience needed throughout the process. One can start to understand just how much time and prepared effort it takes […]

Now that faculty contract negotiations have left confidential mediation, we are once again able to share information about negotiations with you. On Wednesday the 2nd, AFT negotiators presented our counters to District proposals on salary and benefits and dual enrollment. We also presented proposals on remote work, disability accommodations, parental leave, part-time rights in summer, […]

After reading this Action Update, let us know your thoughts regarding the district’s approach in negotiations by taking a short survey.     FACT: Since negotiations began over a year ago, the District’s negotiating team has refused to make any movement on AFT’s proposals in the following areas: Lab rates Parental leave Applying part-time seniority […]

We need salaries that allow us to live in our high-cost area! Be sure to scroll to the bottom of this message to take a brief survey to give us your reactions to the district’s current proposal on compensation!     FACT: The cost of living in San Mateo County is the highest of any […]