From the District:

On Monday evening the School Board unanimously approved a four-year agreement with the District 65 Educators’ Council (DEC). A high quality school system is the direct result of a team of caring, talented educators. We are so grateful for the many who have chosen to make District 65 their professional home.

Since March, bargaining teams representing DEC and D65 have worked collaboratively, largely through Interest Based Bargaining, to reach a fair and equitable agreement. The teams reached a tentative agreement on November 18 which was later ratified by the DEC membership on December 12, with nearly an 80% vote of approval.

The contract honors the hard work and dedication of our educators and will continue to foster high quality teaching and learning while offering competitive compensation. The four-year contract will provide needed stability for both educators and the community.

More information and contract highlights are available on the District 65 website. Once the review process has been completed by both parties, a final contract will be posted.