There is no cost for this training if your district is a member of the negotiations and/or policy maintenance programs.
NEGOTIATIONS - Non-maintenance members cost is $125 or $500 for unlimited video option
Collective Bargaining 101: A discussion of the nuts and bolts of collective bargaining.
Current Issues in Bargaining: A discussion of trending problem areas in negotiations, including representation fees; benefits for Title 2 employees; and inclusion of coaching and other extra-duty stipends in teacher bargaining agreements.
Problematic Contract Language: A discussion of contract provisions that actively interfere with the management of school operations and/or the provision of educational services to the students of the district.
Taking a Strategic Approach to Negotiations: A discussion of the alignment of labor negotiations with the strategic planning process in an effort to prioritize the interests of the students.
POLICY - Non-maintenance members cost is $125 or $500 for unlimited video option
A review of MTSBA Model Policies that govern school district operations on important and emerging issues.
Policy 2320: Approving Student Trips
Conflicts of Interest: Policies governing employee and trustee conduct in the operation of public school districts in Montana.
Policy 2600: Student Work Experience
019 Legislative Session: A review of the updates required in MTSBA's Model Policy Manual based on legislative action.
2019 Legislative Session: Part 2 of legislative action policy review and an overview of current MTSBA Flexibilities and Efficiencies Model Policy Series.
Policies Governing Human Resources: Enforcing Provisions on Personal Conduct, Political Activity, Social Media and Harassment
MTSBA Policy Maintenance Services; A review of the services covered by participation in the MTSBS Policy Maintenance program and the process for completing updates to district policy manuals in collaboration with MTSBA staff.
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