by Peggy Fellows. MTA Secretary

I hope you are finding this column helpful.  This month I want to go over a few important items that are easily overlooked.
Several months ago I discussed leaves.  I want to remind you of something about sick leave. When you need to utilize sick leave you do not have to submit a doctor’s note.  The district can require you to submit to a medical examination by a doctor of its choice at their expense.
Have you done curriculum writing during the summer?  Starting July 1st the rate per day will increase to $170 per five-hour day.
While reducing class size is always a good way to increase student-teacher contact time and perhaps raise test scores, we do not have set limits.  We do agree that the Commissioner of Education’s recommendations regarding class size are worthy goals.