News Summary

Evergreen Public Schools will remain closed on Monday as the strike by the Public School Employees (PSE) Large Group classified union continues for a second week. The strike has led to class cancellations, raising concerns for parents about childcare and meal options for their children. Negotiations between the district and the union are at an impasse, with neither side able to reach an agreement. While free meals and childcare options are provided, the situation remains tense as the community awaits further developments.

Vancouver, WA – Evergreen Public Schools will remain closed on Monday as the strike by the Public School Employees (PSE) Large Group classified union continues into its second week. This extended disruption has resulted in the cancellation of classes for thousands of students in the district, raising concerns among parents and guardians about childcare and meal arrangements. School facilities will be closed for the day, but the Administrative Service Center will operate regular hours from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The district and the union were unable to reach an agreement during negotiations over the weekend. Despite ongoing discussions, both sides remain at an impasse. Union members will continue to picket at the District Office daily from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., asserting their position in the dispute.

Located at 13413 N.E. LeRoy Haagen Memorial Drive in Vancouver, the picketing site showcases the union’s determination as they claim the district’s assertion that the PSE team walked away from bargaining is false. Union officials contend that the district requested to cease negotiations after the PSE presented five proposals, while the district countered with only one offer.

Despite the ongoing strife, the Evergreen Public Schools district is attempting to facilitate support for students during this challenging period. They are providing free meals to students at two high schools: Heritage High School from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and Mountain View High School from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Furthermore, expanded childcare options have been set up, with Right at School operating Family Care Camps at nine elementary schools from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and the Clark County Family YMCA offering camps for district students from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

While middle and high school athletics and activities will continue, no transportation will be provided by the district. Families will receive specific schedules and location details directly from their respective schools.

Context of the Strike

The strike began on August 22, coinciding with the scheduled return of students for the new school year, presenting significant challenges for families regarding childcare and meal provisions. As frustration mounts among parents, the district’s Board of Directors voted unanimously on Friday to authorize legal action against the striking workers, deeming the strike “unlawful.” In a critical moment before negotiations resumed, the union rejected the district’s “final offer” in a vote taken on Thursday, intensifying the strain on both parties.

Ongoing Negotiations

The district’s bargaining teams convened on Friday and Saturday, with another meeting scheduled for Monday morning in hopes of arriving at a fair and sustainable agreement given the current budget constraints. Meanwhile, Mindy Troffer-Cooper, President of Evergreen PSE, emphasized the union’s commitment to bargaining in good faith, stating that their fight is fundamentally for the benefit of the students. This ongoing negotiation reflects the tensions surrounding labor rights and budgetary issues in public education.

The situation remains fluid as school officials, parents, and students await further developments. With each passing day, the impacts of the strike become increasingly pronounced, emphasizing the importance of swift resolution for the district’s educational community.

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Evergreen Public Schools Strike Enters Second Week