May 21, 2025
As we close out the school year, I want to sincerely thank each of you for your hard work, perseverance, and dedication to our students and community. This year hasn’t been easy — with flat funding, fiscal uncertainty at the state level, and constant pressure on public education, your commitment has made all the difference. To those heading into a well-deserved summer break: rest, recharge, and take pride in the work you’ve done. We’ll see you in July, ready to face what’s ahead. To our members working through the summer months: thank you. Your work often goes unseen but never unappreciated. CEA is here for you year-round. Looking ahead, we’ll begin preparing for contract negotiations next year. With ongoing state fiscal challenges, it’s more important than ever that we stand united to protect our wages, benefits, and the respect you've earned. We’ll keep you updated throughout the process. A few important updates:
Reduction in Force Language: 📝 Article VI, Section J, Subsection 4 – Reduction in Force 🔹 Layoff Authorization & Notice The Superintendent can authorize layoffs if positions are cut due to lack of funds or work. Employees must receive at least 14 calendar days’ notice. 🔹 Order of Layoff Layoffs are based on seniority within classification. The least senior employee is laid off first. 🔹 Reassignment Options
You can bump into a position you previously held (if successful) if you have greater seniority than the current employee in that role. 🔹 Recall Laid-off employees are placed on a 24-month recall list, recalled by seniority. Refusing a comparable job (same days, hours, classification, pay, and within 20 miles) removes you from the list. 🔹 Insurance You may choose to pay your own insurance premiums during layoff. The District may cover summer insurance if there’s a chance of rehire by fall. We’ll keep you updated every step of the way. Keep an eye on your email and don’t hesitate to reach out with questions or concerns. We’re here—and we’re not backing down. May Highlights:
https://join.nea.org/alaska/ Rick Morgan, President Classified Employees’ Association 6177 E. Mountain Heather Rd Suite 6 Palmer, Alaska 99645-8442 Office (907) 373-0800 | Cell (907) 355-6478 |
What are you waiting for??Join CEA today!
Every voice is important and every education support professional (ESP) in our bargaining unit is needed. Whether you are a custodian, a paraprofessional, a nutrition service worker, clerical, or facility worker YOU will make a difference. I hope you will consider standing united with your fellow ESP's in the Mat-Su!
No other professional organization does more for Alaskan educators. With your support we can protect our profession today, and for the next generation of educators! Join Now! We have a great partnership with Grand Canyon University! Below is our contact who lives in Anchorage, give her a call!
Hannah Meneses (is our IN STATE contact!) University Development Counselor Grand Canyon University 907-201-1965 [email protected] |