In comparing one public school to another, discussions frequently include talk concerning the socio economics of a school or district, which then leads to talk about the advantages that one socioeconomic setting has over another. Educators tend to agree that low academic achievement frequently associated with a low socioeconomic status is a…

Offers a solution based on bargaining, mediation, and binding arbitration that allows teachers' input in developing work environments without producing disagreements which stop work. Stresses penalties for strikes. Suggests method of paying for bargaining process designed to insure that both parties will be realistic in their demands. (NEC)

Describes Pasco (Washington) School District's resolution of a recent negotiation impasse in their normal "win/win" collective bargaining process. The key was to reestablish the trust, patience, and willingness to listen that had eroded over the years as new participants replaced old hands in the nonadversarial bargaining process. (MLH)

The collective bargaining agreement between Pittsburg State University and Pittsburg State University/Kansas National Education Association, an affiliate of the National Education Association, covering the period May 19, 1989 to June 30, 1990 is presented. The contract covers the following items: recognition; equal opportunity; salaries…

This essay presents an overview of the past 25 years of collective bargaining in American public education. Drawing distinctions between compensation and noncompensation issues, the essay addresses the issue of striking a balance between the interests of organized teachers and the educational interests of their communities, and it incorporates…

The collective bargaining agreement between the University of the District of Columbia and the University of the District of Columbia Faculty Association, an affiliate of the National Education Association, for the period October 1, 1988 to September 30, 1993 is presented. The agreement's 33 articles cover the following: purpose and intent, scope…

The collective bargaining agreement between Kent State University and the Kent State chapter of the American Association of University Professors is presented. Detailed are policies under the following 14 articles: recognition and dues deduction; management rights; governance (faculty participation at several levels); grievances and appeals…

The collective bargaining agreement between the Vermont State Colleges and the Vermont State Colleges (VSC) Faculty Federation, American Federation of Teachers covering the period September 1, 1988 to August 31, 1990 is presented. The contract's 48 articles cover the following: definitions, recognition, management rights, federation rights,…

The agreement between Monmouth College and the Faculty Association of Monmouth College, a chapter of the American Association of University Professors, for three academic years beginning July 1, 1988, is presented. In 19 articles the following topics are covered: recognition; academic rank; equal employment, affirmative action, non-discrimination;…

This document details the collective bargaining agreement between Hofstra University and the Hofstra Chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) for the period September 1, 1988 to August 31, 1991. It presents the following 23 articles: list of definitions; recognition of AAUP; faculty statutes and policy series; general…

This is the agreement between the University of Nebraska at Omaha Chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) and the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) for the academic years 1989-1991. Five articles detail the following topics: (1)definition of terms; (2) recognition and description of the…

This document presents the agreement between the City University of New York (CUNY) and the Professional Staff Congress of the City University of New York (PSCCUNY) which represents the interests of the CUNY faculty. The agreement, covering the period September 1, 1987 through August 31, 1990, details the following 42 articles: recognition;…

"Chronicle of Higher Education" presents an abundant source of news and information for college and university faculty members and administrators. This April 30, 2004 issue of "Chronicle for Higher Education" includes the following articles: (1) "Why Michigan State Opted Out" (Eddington-Shipman, Richard); (2)…

This document presents the 1988-91 agreement between Oakland University (Michigan) and the Oakland University Chapter of the American Association of University Professors. The following 32 articles are detailed: definitions; recognition; work of the bargaining unit; academic titles; association rights; University management; faculty employment,…

This document presents the agreement between Central State University and the Central State University Chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) for the period September 1, 1988-August 31, 1991. The contract details the following 48 articles: agreement; agreement construction; recognition of the bargaining unit; AAUP…