Our union may soon vote on an all-important collective bargaining agreement. Use this guide to bring together colleagues at your school or home to determine if this contract deserves your vote. Democracy makes our union strong!
Why?
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Discussion around contract voting is a normal right of a democratic union
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Members deserve an opportunity to understand the contract terms so they can discuss it with their families in advance of the vote
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Colleagues deserve an opportunity to discuss the impact this contract will have on their schools
How?
Gather everything to clearly read, discuss, and understand any proposal:
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Copies of the current contract and changes
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Sign-in sheets, whiteboards or flip charts, Post-its, etc.
Basic Agenda
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Opening, introductions, ground rules
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Why are we here?
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What are our top priorities for a contract? What are our dealbreakers?
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Review and discuss contract changes
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What will these changes look like for our schools and our families?
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Do these fall in line with our own top priorities?
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Ask: If you had to vote now, what would you do?
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If you don’t know yet, what information do you need?
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Brainstorm & collect questions for PFT Leadership (either at info meetings or Liacouras center)
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Check-in tasks before everyone leaves:
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Do you get your contract vote ticket in the mail? If not, call the PFT Office ASAP: 215-587-6738
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Do you have transportation to the Liacouras Center? Arrange a caravan!
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Do you need childcare in order to attend? Talk to families about pooling childcare for the evening.
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