I believe an August edition of the MTA newsletter may be a first.  Your union office has been busy this summer and the Executive Board felt that it was necessary to get certain information out to you before the start of school.

In addition to planning many future events for the upcoming year, much work has taken place on a daily basis and union activities have not stopped since June.  To date:
More grievances were filed this summer keeping Lois Cronk, our grievance chair, quite busy.

I met regularly with Dr. Eastwood to address items of both old and new business matters.

Work continued on APPR (Annual Professional Performance Review) and hopefully the completed document will be presented to the Board of Education on August 30th.
Board of Education meetings in July and August were attended regularly by union officers and teachers.

Planning and organization took place for the August 27th New Teacher Orientation.
The MTA conducted its own exit interviews with members who resigned since June and a more detailed report will follow in the September newsletter.

Ten MTA members attended the NYSUT Summer Leadership Conference (see related article)

In addition to the above, quite a few members came in to the office regarding matters requiring personal attention.  Issues included insurance matters, hiring practices, possible terminations, step placements, retirements, resignations, maternity/child care leaves and overall district practices and procedures.  Needless to say, the days have flown by since June 22nd!

Please enjoy the rest of your summer.  I look forward to seeing all of you in September!