Labor Unions News
Category: Labor Unions News
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2022-23 CSEA Contract Agreement with Calexico Unified School District
In an exciting turn of events, the dedicated members of the California School Employees Association (CSEA 399), representing hundreds of hardworking individuals in the Calexico Unified School District, are celebrating a significant victory. After six months of rigorous negotiations with representatives from the Calexico Unified School District, a contract agreement was finally been reached on…
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Classified School Employee Week
Celebrate Calexico Unified School District’s CSEW May 21-27, 2023 Each May, California salutes the important contributions of classified school employees during Classified School Employee Week (CSEW). This year, we are celebrating the theme Classified Professionals: Indispensable, Inspiring & Invincible. “Classified School Employee Week is when our colleagues and community honor our hard work and dedication…
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International Workers’ Day: The Birth of Labor Unions
May 1, also known as “May Day” or International Workers’ Day, is important in the United States’ labor history. This date commemorates the 1886 Haymarket Affair in Chicago, where workers fought violently with authorities to win the right to an eight-hour workday. Today, the eight-hour workday is a common benefit that is often taken for…
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CSEA Chapter 399 Scholarships
$200 Senior Scholarships The $200 Senior Scholarship is a one-time scholarship for children of CSEA Local Chapter #399 Members in Good Standing who will be graduating from high school this 2023 year and would like to further their education by attending a Community College, 4-Year College, or Trade School. He/She must have a minimum GPA of 2.0…
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What are union dues and why do they matter?
Unions have been a prominent feature in the American labor market for many decades. Unions are organizations that represent the collective interests of employees in a specific industry or profession. They negotiate with employers to ensure that employees receive fair wages, benefits, and working conditions. One of the key components of union membership is the…
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Labor Union Contracts: A Comprehensive Guide
A labor union contract is also known as collective bargaining agreement. A bilateral agreement that establishes the terms and conditions of employment for union members. Contract language can vary significantly across industries and workforces but we can still expect to see some common issues addressed in collective bargaining. This is one of the most important…
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Why Charter Schools Are Bad for School Employees & Unions?
Charter schools have become a controversial topic in education policy and labor relations. Supporters of charter schools argue that they provide more educational options for families and promote innovation and competition in education. However, opponents of charter schools, including many labor unions, argue that they undermine public education, reduce teacher job security and benefits, and…
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Get Involved With The CSEA Team
Learn How to Join the CSEA Team As a CSEA member, you are part of the largest classified union in the nation. Despite our size, CSEA remains an organization of people. As a member-run union, we rely on members to step forward and contribute new ideas and new energy. There are many ways you can…