Three Newton parents filed a second class-action suit against the Newton Teachers Association for its 11-day strike in January.
Families Navigate Problems In Newton Schools During Canceled February Break
Newton’s schools are in session, but learning is different during the week that would have been the district’s February vacation.
Teacher, School Committee Chair Reflect on Returning to School After Strike
Two weeks after teachers’ strike, a Newton teacher and a Newton School Committee chair spoke on the future of schools in the city.
Newton Teachers Discuss Underfunding and Special Education in Parent/Educator Collaborative Forum
The PEC held a community forum allowing Newton educators to discuss how the underfunding of NPS has impacted student learning and safety.
Auchincloss, Boston Globe, Call for Reopening of Newton Schools
U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss and The Boston Globe called for an end to the NTA strike and the reopening of Newton schools.
Newton Parent Files Suit Against NTA
A parent filed a motion alleging the NTA strike, which has lasted eight school days, interferes with her children’s right to an education.
NTA Fines Reach $375,000 as Strike Continues
State fines against the NTA reached $375,000 Thursday night, as the union announced the sixth day of its strike.
Parent/Educator Collaborative Hosts Community Forum About NPS Budget
The PEC hosted a community forum Tuesday to discuss the NPS budget. Ward 5 Councilor Bill Humphrey joined to take questions.
Parent Educator Collaborative Talks Contract Negotiations, Encourages Resident Action, at Community Forum
Newton’s Parent/Educator Collaborative gave updates on NTA contract negotiations and discussed contract goals at its community forum.
Newton Teachers Association, Newton School Committee Reach Impasse in Negotiations
After a year of negotiations, the Newton Teachers Association (NTA) and the Newton School Committee (NSC) are at odds.