by Matt Lavonas | Sep 3, 2023 | Adam's Updates
Colleagues, As the summer recess is coming to an end, we are continuing to address with the District a number of unresolved long standing issues. We are making progress on some of these issues and will report to you as soon as we reach agreement. But new issues are...
by Matt Lavonas | Aug 22, 2023 | Adam's Updates
Colleagues, For the last several weeks we have been working with Superintendent Peluso and the leadership of the other RCSD unions to clear up confusion about the first 15 minutes of the school day (between arrival of buses and the beginning of the instructional day)....
by Matt Lavonas | Aug 17, 2023 | Adam's Updates
Colleagues, I hope that you’re enjoying your summer recess and I apologize for this brief interruption. I just want to clarify an issue that is of concern to especially Elementary teachers who have precious little planning time already and fear losing that, as well....
by Matt Lavonas | Jul 7, 2023 | Adam's Updates, News
July 7, 2023 Dear Colleagues, Upon successfully concluding negotiating the attached Memorandum of Agreement with the Rochester City School District, RTA has agreed to help administer the District’s issuance of reimbursement for the automobile insurance deductible to...
by Matt Lavonas | Jun 27, 2023 | Adam's Updates
Colleagues, As you begin your well-earned summer recess, I want to briefly update you on just a few timely but important issues: – Vehicle Damage Reimbursement. Last Friday, the RTA and the District reached an agreement that teachers whose vehicles were...
by Matt Lavonas | May 30, 2023 | Adam's Updates
Colleagues, Welcome back. Hope you had a restful Memorial Day weekend and enjoyed the nice weather as we paused to remember all those who sacrificed for our country. Here’s a brief update on a few timely reminders: – Teacher Placement Days. *Updated 5/31*...