News

June 2008

ZONE 6 Director Position--Kevin Valentine
Seekingd Zone 6 seat.Works in Eatonville School District as a Technology Support Specialist.
6/19/08

SEIU is Taking Back the Economy
SEIU is launching a global campaign and sending petitions to members of Congress in an effort to take back the economy.
6/17/08

OSPI Summer Institute offers training for Paraeducators
OSPI Summer Institute is offering, for the first time, training to paras, thanks to legislation successfully championed by PSE earlier this year.
6/5/08

Aberdeen school food service loses $200k (KXRO Radio 1320 AM)
Skyrocketing food prices have the Aberdeen School District’s program $200,000 in the red, and the district is likely to raise meal prices for the first time in five years.
6/4/08

Bethel School District Drivers Take 3rd Place
Bus drivers Liz Clisbee and Tina Rodriguez of Bethel School District, took third place at the National Special Needs School Bus Safety competition in Little Rock, AR
6/3/08

Auburn Transportation declared a top 50 Program of the 2008 Innovations in American Government Award
The core of the innovation is the partnerships formed between the school district, community residents and professionals, which are hardly a traditional element in school transportation plans.
6/3/08

Police traffic cameras to start focusing on school zones
Seattle police plan to equip a van with audio, video, radar and cameras and will park it in school zones to catch people speeding and breaking other traffic laws.
6/2/08

May 2008

States grapple with fuel costs for school buses
The skyrocketing costs at the pump are forcing educators nationwide to trim programs, curb spending and cut down on fuel consumption.
5/30/08

PSE Announces 2007-2008 Scholarship Recipients

5/30/08

June 2008

Zone 12 Director Position--Dave Douglass
Dave Douglass Candidate Statement.
6/22/08

For President--George Dockins
George Dockins Candidate Statement.
6/21/08

ZONE 10 Director Position--Mick Dalan
Zone 10 Candidate statement
6/16/08

ZONE 6 Director Position--Karen Rasmussen
Zone 6 candidate statement..
6/16/08

ZONE 8 Director Position--Ross Wood
Candidate statement.
6/16/08

May 2008

Cast a wide net for public instruction
Superintendent of Public Instruction Terry Bergeson says she is seeking a fourth term because her job is too difficult, too scary, to be attractive to anyone else.
5/13/08

Dorn outlines state superintendent campaign message
Dorn outlines state superintendant campaign message
5/12/08

The Formula for Success: 2008 Contract Negotiations Webinar
Inter-active webinar on contract negotiations.
5/5/08

June 2008

Zone 4 Director Position--Emma Jane LaVallie
Strong support, encouragement, and motivation drives my declaration to run for Zone 4 Director.
6/30/08

For Secretary--Denise Busbin
Having completed a successful term in office, I have gained knowledge that will enable me to fulfill the duties of the office with greater capacity.
6/30/08

Zone 4 Director Position--Dave Munson
Legislative Council Member for 9 years.
6/30/08

Zone 2 Director Position--Deborah Nutt
Zone director for the last 2½ years.
6/30/08

April 2008

Tom Morello “Rocks a Day” in Chicago Child Care Provider’s Shoes

4/30/08

Randy Dorn running for schools post
Randy Dorn announces he is running for state Superintendent of Public Instruction
4/29/08

Stuff the Bus goods benefit needy families
Stuff the bus goods benefit needy families
4/29/08

January 2008

North Thurston to Stuff the Bus April 26
North Thurston Stuff the Bus charity event April 2, 2008
1/1/08

April 2008

Classified Excellence Award Winners
36 School Support Professionals are recognized by the state for job excellence
4/4/08

Step up to a PSE office
Interested members who want to run for an open position.
4/14/08

Timeline for Publications
Timeline for filing for open office.
4/14/08

Requirements to run to office
How to run for office.
4/14/08

Description of Duties
Description of open positions.
4/14/08

Stepping Up for better recognition
Reaching out to the news media is a major part of PSE's Stepping Up for Smarter Schools public relations campaign.
4/14/08

Interns report on Legislative experience
PSE members joined Tom Lopp in Olympia to lobby for classified employee legislation.
4/14/08

Come celebrate PSE’s 60th anniversary in Spokane
It’s time to start making plans and help PSE celebrate 60 years!
4/14/08

Health tech apprenticeship program kicks off on-line
South Seattle Community College is offering the first class for apprentices enrolled in the public school Health Technician program almost entirely on-line.
4/14/08

PSE and CWU - A winning combination
With the help of a mediator from the state Public Employment Relations Commission, PSE negotiators have reached tentative agreement on several contract provisions.
4/14/08

26 PSE members recognized by state for job excellence
new award given by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction awards 36 public school support workers for a job well done.
4/14/08

KCTS 9 Issues Call For Nominations: 17th Annual Golden Apple Awards
Call for nominations for the 17th annual KCTS 9 Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Education.
4/4/08

March 2008

Town Hall Meeting Focuses on Harmful Banking Practices
SEIU addresses nationwide unfair banking and credit card practices.
3/20/08

April 2008

Tight budget delivers wins for school staff

4/14/08

March 2008

Public Schools: A better formula
For the first time in decades, the 2007 Legislature made a small increase in the recognition of the need for adequate staffing in such areas as para-educators (reading specialists, teachers aides and the like), health staff, custodians and secretaries. Lawmakers approved a formula of one staffer for every 59 students, one less child than before.
3/7/08

10 Steps to a Successful Convention

3/6/08

Got a great idea? It could Win you $5,000
SEIU Public Service Division is looking for bright ideas for improving public services all across America.
3/5/08

PSE leaders attend SEIU Town Hall meeting in Seattle
On Feb. 25 Geraldine Schut, Reen Doser, Judi Owens, Denise Busbin, Deborah Nutt, Rosemary Trowbridge and Randy Dorn attended one of seven town hall meetings SEIU held around the country to prepare delegates and leaders for discussions to be held at the SEIU International Convention in May.
3/5/08

New Apprenticeship Program Training Available
The Washington Public School Classified Employees Apprenticeship program, in conjunction with South Seattle Community College, is offering an online nutrition class.
3/1/08

February 2008

Election Results
Votes have been tallied and the results are here.
2/28/08

PSE leaders help shape SEIU's future
SEIU leaders, including several PSE state and local leaders gathered in January to focus on the direction SEIU will take in the future.
2/26/08

Stepping Up for Smarter Safer Schools
Legislative priorities that PSE is urging 2008 Legislature approve.
2/19/08

Public believes schools need more money
Washington voters believe the current level of state funding for local schools is inadequate.
2/19/08

Pension gain sharing payment determined
Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) Plan 1 retirees receive gain sharing through an increase in the Uniform Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA).
2/19/08

Two receive Golden Apple for work with vulnerable students
Judy Bruggeman and Colleen Vekich are among the 2008 recipients of KCTS television’s Golden Apple award.
2/19/08

CWU clerical and health center workers form union
Clerical and technical employees working at Central Washington University (CWU) academic departments, the library, testing center, facilities, and career services were granted union representation.
2/11/08

PERC rules against WWU bad faith tactics
PSE higher education members at Western Washington University have won an historic victory in their struggle for fair treatment and respect.
2/19/08

Owens announces run for state Senate
Judi Owens has announced plans to run for the state Senate this fall in the 4th Legislative District near Spokane.
2/19/08

Fulfill your academic goals with a PSE Scholarship
Scholarships are available for those members and/or dependents who wish to enhance their skills or pursue academic ambitions.
2/19/08

Save the Dates! 60th Convention: Aug. 1-3
PSE's 60th Convention is approaching.
2/19/08

Health Care for Working Families
Over 600,000 Washingtonians without healthcare and costs skyrocketing for working families, SEIU and PSE are working together to support bold action to address the growing health care crisis.
2/6/08

April 2008

Tax Fairness for Working Families
The creation of a Working Families Credit, will help low wage workers in Washington.
4/14/08

February 2008

Recognizing our Classified Members

2/19/08

Board of Director's Meeting Minutes

2/6/08

Oak Harbor strike
Oak Harbor school workers vote to strike Feb. 11
2/6/08

January 2008

State should support workers who support our schools
With the start of another legislative session, education once again is taking center stage. But the state needs to step up to an issue that hasn't received sufficient attention: reforming and modernizing the way in which we fund basic educational-support programs in our schools and universities.
1/29/08

Look for a Treasurer Training near you
Training is designed to education chapter treasurers about the proper forms to use in maintaining the chapter's finances.
1/29/08

February 2008

Celebrate Classified Educational Support Professionals--March 10-14
Celebration of Classified Employees in our school system.
2/19/08

May 2008

International Delegates gear up for discussions in Puerto Rico
International delegates gear up for discussions in Puerto Rico with meeting at state office.
5/22/08

January 2008

CWU workers win union representation
Clerical and technical workers at Central Washington University were granted union representation.
1/18/08

January 2007

Scholarship Applications for 2007-08 are Available
Scholarship application are available for the upcoming school year.
1/28/07

December 2007

PSE's own, Judy Bruggeman Wins Golden Apple Award
Golden Apple award goes to Judy Bruggeman.
12/11/07

Moses Lake Avoids Strike
Strike is avoided by 11th Hour Agreement.
12/6/07

November 2007

Gorton elected chair of state investment board
Eastmont transportation lead Glenn Gorton was elected chair of the panel that oversees investment of $82 billion in state retirement and other public funds.
11/26/07

Last-minute surge puts Simple Majority over the top!
Last Minute Vote pass for Simple Majority.
11/26/07

2008 PSE Legislative Conference
Mark your calendars now and plan to attend PSE's 28th annual Legislative Conference
11/26/07

PSE Legislative Priorities for 2008
PSE is preparing comprehensive proposals to present to legislators.
11/26/07

Bylaw amendments and resolutions due Feb. 1, 2008
If you have a bylaw proposal you would like considered for the 2008 annual convention, please submit them by February 1.
11/26/07

CWU health center employees form union
CWU health center employees form union
11/9/07

On-line Hotel Reservation for Legislative Conference
Instructions for booking rooms online.
11/8/07

Judge sends school salary issue back to the Legislature
Judge rules state distributes school salary money is unconstitutional.
11/2/07

March 2007

New Award for Classified Excellence
The Legislature created a special award to recognize and honor K-12 classified staff who have made a positive difference in their profession.
3/1/07

October 2007

30 Slots to fill on 11 PSE State Committees
Committee chairs looking for fresh perspective.
10/15/07

SEIU President Andy Stern's Keynote Address
Andy Stern presents a message of hope and a challenge to presidential candidates.
10/3/07

SEIU 2007 Member Political Action Conference
PSE leaders attend largest political action conference.
10/2/07

Change To Win: Union power in America is growing
President Dockins and Executive Director, Randy Dorn joined 1,000 delegates in a campaign to fully integrate union's collective efforts for the American Dream.
10/1/07

September 2007

Introduction to Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship training for members.
9/30/07

SEIU 925 uncovers unsafe working conditions
Beaver Lake Middle School cited for violating Special Need student's individualized plan guidelines.
9/20/07

Everett Man steals several student backpacks
Man climbs aboard school bus bound for Glenwood Elementary in Lake Stevens, and snatches student’s backpacks because he believed they contained drugs.
9/20/07

South Kitsap bus driver injured by pellet gun
18 year old male arrested for shooting pellet gun at bus driver transporting students home. Accused shooter was booked into Kitsap County Jail on a charge of second-degree assault.
9/20/07

October 2007

Simple Majority 2007 Campaign
Summary of activities.
10/24/07

September 2007

Task Force to Develop School Funding Plan
Task force on basic education funding.
9/13/07

School Safety Officer Academy
A three day (24 hour) academy for school principals, administrators, school safety personnel and school security officers is being held in Burien.
9/13/07

Bethel library clerk excites over reading
As a library assistant, Linda Kendrick uses innovative and creative ways to make staff and children feel welcome and excited about school.
9/1/07

Highlights from PSE’s 2007 Annual Convention
PSE delegates from all over the state gathered in Yakima July 27-29 to elect new officers, approve changes to the PSE State Bylaws, and to endorse a 2-year public relations campaign.
9/1/07

Stepping Up for Smarter Safer Schools
Over 800 PSE members, convention delegates and elected officials marched down the hot, sunny streets of Yakima on July 28 to demonstrate support for the Stepping Up for Smarter Safer Schools campaign.
9/1/07

Summary of Bylaw Actions Taken at 2007 Convention

9/1/07