The Anoka-Hennepin School District and educators have reached a tentative agreement, successfully preventing a potential strike. The announcement was made on Wednesday morning and marks a significant step forward for both parties.
Anoka-Hennepin Teachers and School District Reach Agreement
This agreement will address issues for the upcoming 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. However, detailed terms of the deal were not disclosed. Both the union membership and school board must approve the agreement before it can be finalized.
Background of Mediation
The tentative agreement follows an extensive 20-hour mediation session. Anoka Hennepin Education Minnesota, representing around 3,000 educators across 55 schools, expressed their satisfaction on social media. They stated, “When we fight, we win,” highlighting the success of their negotiations.
Union’s Previous Actions
Last month, union members voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike if an agreement was not reached. The strike was scheduled to commence on Thursday, making negotiations urgent.
Main Issues Addressed
- Salary increases
- Improved health benefits
The Anoka-Hennepin School District is the largest in Minnesota, serving approximately 38,000 students. The community will be looking for further updates as this story develops.
