District officials say ‘at this time, we fully anticipate that school will begin as scheduled’
Ken Vance, editor
Clark County Today
On Thursday (Aug. 21), the La Center Education Association (LCEA) notified the La Center School District (LCSD) that its members voted to authorize a strike and provided their last and final offer.
Later Thursday, La Center School District Superintendent Peter Rosenkranz and members of the district’s Board of Directors (Craig Whited, Eric Lindberg, Amanda Miller, Dorri Oldham, and Samuel Glackler) provided an update to the La Center community.
“Together, we have made significant progress at the bargaining table this year and tentatively agreed to all proposals except their salary increases,’’ the letter read. “The District and our teachers’ association (LCEA) are actively working together toward a new contract agreement. We deeply value our teachers and all staff who serve students every day. At the same time, we know our responsibility is to keep the district financially stable so we can continue supporting strong schools now and in the future. Both of these priorities — valuing staff and protecting stability — can be true at the same time.
“School district budgets across Washington, including here in Clark County, are under significant strain,’’ the letter continued. “Despite the challenges happening around us, our focus is on ensuring La Center remains steady and well-positioned to serve students, families, and staff for years to come.
“We are working together to achieve an agreement that provides recognition for staff today while safeguarding the strength of our schools tomorrow. Thank you for your support as we continue open and respectful dialogue with our teachers. Together, we can keep La Center schools strong and stable for our community. Your trust and partnership make this possible.’’
The district also provided a Q & A offering additional information about the negotiations. In that document, families were informed that, “at this time, we fully anticipate that school will begin as scheduled. Should circumstances change, we will keep parents informed promptly. In the meantime, it is wise to have a contingency plan in place in the event teachers decide to strike.’’
Also read:
- VIDEO: Entrepreneur exodus continues as Washington’s new income tax looms
Venice.ai founder Jesse Proudman says Washington’s new income tax is the final blow driving him and others out of the state. - WA gets $538M in delayed COVID-era payments from FEMA
FEMA is sending $538M to Washington state health departments and hospital systems for COVID-era costs after years of delays. - Opinion: When you’ve lost Christine Gregoire, you’ve lost Washington
Former Gov. Gregoire says Washington’s $80B budget reflects a spending problem, not an income problem. - Letter: Present bridge plan has been in the expensive and unworkable planning stage far too long with no real end in sight
Brush Prairie resident Bob Mattila argues the I-5 Bridge plan doubles costs by including light rail on the span. - Letter: Stop turning gas prices into war propaganda
Camas resident Tony Teso fires back at Jonathan Hines, arguing militarism won’t lower fuel costs for working families. - Letter: Compassion requires accountability
A medical provider and downtown Vancouver resident challenges whether current homelessness policies produce measurable results. - Commercial vehicle fire contained by sprinkler system and Vancouver Fire crews
Sprinklers held the blaze in check at 1200 W. 8th St. until Vancouver Fire crews fully extinguished the burning commercial truck.
wpDiscuz
