Over 100 CEA members came to the Cambridge School Committee meeting on March 7, 2017 to deliver a petition signed by over 750 CEA members asking for a fair Unit A/B Contract soon. Educators have been without a contract since August and the bargaining team has been frustrated with the slow progress. The CEA members were showing their support for all of the hard work their bargaining team has put into the negotiations to date. Here is some of what was said: The … [Read more...]
2017 MTA ESP Conference
Please join us from Friday, April 7, to Saturday, April 8 for the 2017 MTA ESP Conference. Designed for education support professionals, this year’s conference offers a weekend of professional development, networking and fun! If you have not attended the ESP Conference in the past, get ready for a great experience. All ESPs are welcome!Register for the conference by February 24 to get the Early Bird discount of $60. By registering early, you are more likely to get your … [Read more...]
Choice Course Homework Policy
To: All CPS Educators From: Joint Labor/Management Professional Development Committee Date: November 28, 2016 Re: Guidance for Learning Outside of Choice Courses In order to clarify whether or not “homework” outside of choice course hours may be assigned, the Professional Development Committee issues the following guidance: · Homework policy for choice courses: In general, a 10-hour choice course will not require work outside of the 10 hours. Additional resources (readings, videos or … [Read more...]
Paraprofessional Contract Update
4 Updates from the paraprofessionals contract Health Insurance Waiver Open Enrollment, Hubway reimbursement, PD Stipend, Attendance Stipend Any Unit E member who do not receive health insurance through Cambridge is entitled to a $1600 health insurance waiver program, however, there has typically been a limited window to enter this program. As a result of the new contract, there will be a one time opportunity from October 7 through November 7. You will receive information at your home … [Read more...]
