"Banners have been painted, posters printed, buttons pressed, all with a similar message: educators and other professionals represented by the United Teachers of Richmond are ready to fight for better pay, benefits, staffing levels and services for students. Educators are asking for a 10% raise over a two-year period, 100% employer-paid health care and improvements to class sizes, special education and other areas. The district has countered with a single 2% raise and 85% employer-paid health care."
""In teaching, you're fighting for long-term change, whether that's with an individual student or the education system as a whole," Peterson said. "Me teaching a student how to read impacts the rest of their life. That student being able to get the appropriate supports also impacts the rest of their life. We're always thinking about the day-to-day and the larger picture.""
United Teachers of Richmond members seek a 10% raise over two years, 100% employer-paid health care, reduced class sizes, and stronger special education and services. The West Contra Costa Unified School District offered a single 2% raise and 85% employer-paid health care. After contract expiration on June 30, 98% of union members voted to authorize a strike. Educators cite vacancies, turnover, outsourcing, and financial strain on teachers as drivers for action. Community members have rallied to prepare strike materials and show solidarity. A district trustee acknowledged support for teachers' goals while noting genuine fiscal hardship from inadequate and inequitable state funding.
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