Date: May 22, 2024
Time: 05:00 PM
Location: Calexico Unified School District Administrative Board Room
Address: 901 Andrade Ave., Calexico, CA 92231
Voting will take place from 5:45 PM to 6:05 PM.
Your presence is very important, as this vote will impact all members, especially those interested in working during the summer. Please make every effort to attend and cast your vote.
Night custodians will have release time from 5:15 PM to 6:45 PM to attend this meeting.
Thank you for your continued engagement and support.
Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Family Resource Campus, CAP Center
Address: 641 Rockwood Avenue, Calexico, CA 92231
Enjoy some food and exciting giveaways, and hear from representatives from SISC and Schools First Federal Credit Union. We’ll also share updates from our Chapter Committees, including key news on negotiations, and vote for important issues that affect all members.
Additionally, we will be recognizing our retirees for their years of dedicated service—please join us in honoring their incredible contributions!
Let’s come together to stay informed, celebrate our work, and show our appreciation for those who’ve helped shape our community.
Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Enrique Camarena Jr. High School
Address: 800 E Rivera Ave, Calexico, CA 92231
Our Chapter has received a waiver to add the following item to the agenda for this Wednesday’s Chapter Meeting:
The updated agenda and proposal are attached for your review. This item, along with others on the agenda will require a vote by the membership. Your participation is important as we make decisions that affect our future.
Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Enrique Camarena Jr. High School
Address: 800 E Rivera Ave, Calexico, CA 92231
Ensuring that every CSEA member understands the inner workings of important processes affecting our jobs and livelihoods. No single process that affects the members of the CSEA 399 community should ever be overlooked. This article has been written to help you understand and by trying to answer the basic questions about the Classification and Compensation Study. So, let’s dive into what this study entails and why it matters to everyone.
At its core, a classification and compensation study is a comprehensive analysis conducted by organizations to evaluate and establish the structure of job classifications and corresponding compensation levels within the workplace. But what does that mean for us as union members?
Imagine our workplace as a puzzle, with each position representing a unique puzzle piece. A classification study helps ensure that each piece fits into the puzzle correctly. It begins by examining all the positions within the organization to determine their duties, responsibilities, required skills, and qualifications. Jobs with similar duties and responsibilities are grouped into job classifications or families.
Once the jobs are classified, they are evaluated based on various factors such as required education, experience, complexity, decision-making authority, and level of responsibility. This evaluation helps determine the relative worth or value of each job within the organization. Think of it as assigning a point system to each puzzle piece based on its size, shape, and intricacy.
Now comes the crucial part – compensation analysis. This involves reviewing current salary and benefits data, benchmarking against industry standards, and ensuring internal equity among similar job classifications. The goal is to ensure that everyone is fairly compensated for the value they bring to the organization. No one wants to feel like they’re getting the short end of the stick, and a proper compensation study helps prevent just that.
You might be wondering why all of this matters to you as a union member. Well, let me break it down for you with a list of the pros and cons of the Classification and Compensation Studies:
Classification and compensation studies may seem like complex processes, but they’re crucial for ensuring fairness, equity, and transparency in the workplace. Home this article helps to demystify these processes and ensure that every one of you has the information you need to advocate for your rights and interests in the workplace. After all, knowledge is power, and together, we can build a stronger, more equitable workplace for all.
Date: Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Aurora High School, Multipurpose
Address: 1391 Kloke Ave., Calexico, CA 92231
Date: Wednesday, January 30, 2024
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Aurora High School, Multipurpose
Address: 1391 Kloke Ave., Calexico, CA 92231
Date: March 14, 2024
Time: 05:00 PM
Location: Calexico Unified School District Administrative Board Room
Address: 901 Andrade Ave., Calexico, CA 92231
Date: Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Aurora High School, Multipurpose
Address: 1391 Kloke Ave., Calexico, CA 92231
Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Aurora High School, Multipurpose
Address: 1391 Kloke Ave., Calexico, CA 92231
Date: Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Time: 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Location: William Moreno Jr HS
Address: 1202 Kloke Rd, Calexico, CA 92231
Greetings! Fellow Chapter 399 Members,
Hope you all had a very restful summer and are ready to commence this year with positivity and enthusiasm.
It’s with much joy that we present to you our Tentative Agreement to be ratified by us, Chapter 399.
I would like to thank our negotiators for their dedication and hard work to get this done. Without them, this TA wouldn’t have been possible.
To all members, be at ease, your negotiators have presented to you the best reasonable Tentative Agreement possible.
A meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at Willie Moreno Junior High School, release time from 8:00 am – 10:00 am has been approved.
Please take time to review the attached agreement thoroughly before we gather for any questions or concerns you may have.
Voting time will be from 8:15 am to 9:45 am
Hope you all can attend!
YOUR NEGOTIATORS RECOMMEND A YES VOTE
Gabriel Herrera.
President
CSEA Chapter 399
Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Aurora High School, Multipurpose
Address: 1391 Kloke Ave., Calexico, CA 92231
Date: Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Cesar Chavez Elementary Cafeteria
Address: 1251 E Zapata St., Calexico, CA 92231
Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Cesar Chavez Elementary Cafeteria
Address: 1251 E Zapata St., Calexico, CA 92231
Date: Thursday, April 18, 2023
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Aurora High School Multipurpose Room
Address: 1391 Kloke Avenue, Calexico, CA 92231
Date: Thursday, March 16, 2023
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Cesar Chavez Elementary Cafeteria
Address: 1251 E Zapata St., Calexico, CA 92231
Date: Thursday, February 23, 2023
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Cesar Chavez Elementary Cafeteria
Address: 1251 E Zapata St., Calexico, CA 92231
Date: Thursday, January 26, 2023
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Aurora High School Multipurpose Room
Address: 1391 Kloke Avenue, Calexico, CA 92231
Date: October 12, 2023
Time: 05:00 PM
Location: Calexico Unified School District Administrative Board Room
Address: 901 Andrade Ave., Calexico, CA 92231
Date: September 18, 2023
Time: 05:00 PM
Location: Calexico Unified School District Administrative Board Room
Address: 901 Andrade Ave., Calexico, CA 92231
Date: September 14, 2023
Time: 05:00 PM
Location: Calexico Unified School District Administrative Board Room
Address: 901 Andrade Ave., Calexico, CA 92231
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 August 1, 2023, bringing cheer and optimism to CSEA 399 members.
This remarkable agreement marks the second consecutive year that CSEA 399 members and CUSD have successfully negotiated for salary increases, demonstrating the commitment of both parties to valuing and rewarding the dedicated workforce that keeps the Calexico Unified School District running smoothly. On August 1, 2023 members of CSEA voted in favor of the contract agreement with Calexico Unified School District.
Voting results
The last step of the deal came on August 24, 2023, when the Calexico School Board of Education voted unanimously with a resounding 5-0 in favor of the negotiated agreement. This decision effectively ratified the CSEA Tentative Agreement, Salary Schedule, and AB 1200 Disclosure of Proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement with the California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 399 for Fiscal Years 2022/2023-2023/2024.
This achievement not only reflects the unity and resilience of CSEA members but also highlights the proactive approach taken by the Calexico School Board of Education in recognizing the indispensable contributions of their workforce. It’s a win-win situation that not only enhances the livelihoods of these diligent workers but also strengthens the Calexico Unified School District as a whole.
The commitment to fair compensation and collaborative negotiations displayed by both parties sets a shining example for other school districts and labor unions across California. This positive news underscores the importance of valuing the professionals who play an essential role in shaping the future of our children.
The agreement will include:
Visit the contract Negotiation page for all negotiation details and timelines.
As CSEA members celebrate this well-deserved victory, the entire community can look forward to a brighter future for the Calexico Unified School District, where the dedication and hard work of its employees are recognized and rewarded.