Teacher Walkout

Reference section for information, logistics concerning teacher walkout

On March 12, 2018, Union Public Schools Board of Education voted without dissent to allow its superintendent to shut down school for up to 25 days. More than 485 teachers were in attendance.

“I know this board agenda item says ‘25 days,’ but it will be indefinite as far as I’m concerned, until teachers get a pay raise,” said Kirt Hartzler, Union superintendent.

Teacher Raise FAQs

So much has happened in the past few days, and as a result, the State Department of Education has seen a number of questions and concerns shared on social media. The SDE have attempted to answer the most prevalent: see FAQs. If you have further questions, please reach out to Annette Price at (405) 521-6647 or annette.price@sde.ok.gov

 

Resources for Kids

Union has started a page compiling information for resources for kids, parents and teachers here. If you wish to add to this page, email us.

Contact your legislator

We hope our legislature will be responsive to increasing teacher and support pay, and restore public education funding so that a “walkout” does not occur. Here are some helpful resources:

• To find your legislator, visit http://www.oklegislature.gov/FindMyLegislature.aspx
• Download the free OAEC 56th Legislature Guide phone app from the Apple or Android store. This app has legislator phone, email, website, and social media links.
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• Also see our Legislation section on our website.

Our legislature needs to hear from you!