The NTEA bargaining team reached a TA (Tentative Agreement) with NTPS in late June 2024. NTEA members in “good standing” (current in paying dues) will have an opportunity to review the TA and related documents, attend a combined Zone meeting August 26th at the Koval PAC to hear from the team and ask clarifying questions, and then have access to a ratification ballot. According to the NTEA Bylaws (Article XV; Section 1E) to ratify, the TA must get a simple majority of the ballots completed answering “yes”.

NTEA FAQ About Collective Bargaining

Collective bargaining is how workers have an equal voice with management to establish the working conditions and pay for employees. In this introductory session we will review collective bargaining rights under the law, the conditions that can be controlled through your contract, and how you and your local can build the strength to be successful at the table.

Your Bargaining Team

Brandon D’Arcangelo, Chinook Middle School

Anna Conner, North Thurston High School

Gordon Quinlin, Pleasant Glade Elementary School

Sue Koontz, Komachin Middle School

Allineice Andino, Timberline High School

Kory Kumar, South Bay Elementary School

Kelly Morgan, Mountain View Elementary School

Pat Swan, Timberline High School

Rey Waltz, River Ridge High School

Rachel McBrayer, Meadows Elementary/Preschool

Chad Bishop, WEA Chinook

Ray Nelson, Ex Officio