Use of Universal Personal LeaveWhen can I use it?
Article 20, Personal Leave, of the Negotiated Agreement between CCEA and CCSD outlines the specifics of Universal Personal Leave. All licensed employees qualify for one day of universal leave. To utilize this leave an employee must:
- Notify their immediate supervisor of the intended use of universal personal leave at least four (4) days prior to the date to be used (except in cases of personal emergencies), and
- Have at least one day accrued sick leave.
Climate Trouble in the Workplace
CCEA Takes Action
It is not business as usual for the Clark County School District, at least not for several worksites identified by CCEA as troubled. In the November 2011 edition of the CCEA Express, we brought attention to the matter of bullying by supervisors. Since then, staff from several sites have come forward to request assistance from the Association.
Teachers Health Trust off the table…But fight is far from over
Today we can report on a great victory for the nearly 18,000 Clark County School District teachers: the School District, after weeks of teachers protesting, dropped its demand to eliminate the Teachers Health Trust. This is a direct result of the pressure placed on the School Board of Trustees and the Superintendent by thousands of teachers.
In a letter to Superintendent Dwight Jones, dated February 6, 2012, CCEA Executive Director John Vellardita raises serious concerns about a new process for teacher evaluation. This new process is being disseminated to school site administrators by CCSD’s Human Resources department and it clearly outlines a process for constructive discharge. The letter, which was also sent to School Board Trustees, Dr. Edward Goldman and Staci Vesneske, reads:
on the school district’s budgetHundreds of teachers rally demanding more resources be put in the classroom
While several hundred teachers rallied in front of the school district building, CCEA held a press conference at the district’s offices on Thursday, January 26. Ready to take the message to the public were reporters from channels 8, 13, and Univision, as well as Review-Journal and Las Vegas Sun. CCEA President Ruben Murillo, flanked by a group of teachers and community members, unveiled the results of a recent study that analyzed the school district’s budget.
Bullying in the Workplace
What to do if you are experiencing it
Teaching is a very stressful job. The varied responsibilities a teacher has throughout the day (often at the same time) is astounding and, unless you have held the job, almost impossible to explain to others. Add to this a supervisor who uses his/her authority to bully and intimidate, and it is a recipe for disaster.
Dress & Grooming
Answers to the most frequently dress code questions
The following Q & A will provide answers to the most frequently asked questions about dress code policy in the Clark County School District.
Salary Step Advancement
We encourage you to review your September 10th paycheck to see if it reflects any step increase you were due, whether for experience or education. Keep in mind that CCSD is using an adjusted salary schedule reflecting the reduction in salary to pay for the 1.125% increase in PERS. (CCSD’s unilateral move regarding PERS is still pending resolution.)