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MONROE, CT — Long hours, stress and anxiety are taking a toll on teachers in Monroe’s public schools, who have to prepare lesson plans for in-person and remote learning, then teach both, all while hoping they won’t catch COVID-19. Read More
MONROE, CT — Savings in this year’s budget can allow the school district to use $92,000 to reinstate student clubs at Masuk and Jockey Hollow, but last week the teachers’ union president reminded the board of three furlough days its members gave up to help the district amid a tough budget year, affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
MONROE, CT — Officials urged teachers to reopen their contract and give something back to the town in July, so layoffs could be avoided amid a tough budget year. Read More
MONROE, CT — Monroe Elementary School teachers and staff starting their academic year Monday morning were greeted by colorful chalk art displays by the building entrances, welcoming them back and expressing appreciation and well wishes. Read More
MONROE, CT — When Monroe’s public schools faced significant budget cuts, town officials turned to the teacher’s union for help. Teachers responded by agreeing to three furlough days, allowing the district to avoid layoffs. Read More
Town Council members did not take action on the new three-year teachers’ contract at their meeting Monday, so the agreement was deemed approved after the Jan. Read More