Negotiations 4-9-2026-02

This meeting of the Calendars USD negotiation team on April 9, 2026, focused primarily on discussions related to teacher assignments, compensation, and scheduling policies. Key procurement-related topics included clarifying language around extra teaching duties and class coverage pay, particularly the transition from short-term to long-term coverage after 10 days. The group also discussed adjustments to retirement compensation, proposing tiered payments based on years of service to incentivize retention. Additionally, they planned to establish a task force to review the high school block schedule to optimize instructional time, especially for hands-on programs. While no direct contract awards or vendor selections were made, the meeting involved important policy and compensation decisions that could impact future budgeting and labor agreements. The team agreed to reconvene with more detailed compensation data and continue negotiations on April 27, 2026.