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SIUE clerical workers ratify new contract that includes average 15.5 percent pay raises, back pay
After more than 600 days of contentious contract negotiations, Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville (SIUE) clerical workers, represented by AFSCME Local 2887, and the university have ratified a new four-year contract that includes an average 15.5 percent pay raise and backpay. Local 2887 President and Chief Steward Amy Bodenstab said...
Unit Two Teachers Contract Approved
The Bond County Community Unit 2 Board of Education has approved a new two-year contract with the Greenville Education Association union. The contract will cover the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years. The first year will see the base salary go up four percent to $40,829 and the district will pay...
SIUE ITS enhances security against phishing emails
Phishing incidents continue to affect SIUE students' emails as Information Technology Services works to inform students and create protective measures for their emails. Scam emails, such as phishing, try to obtain your private information to access your data. “Phishing is a nuisance and a danger. That’s a very common source...
SIUE, STLCC sign nursing articulation agreement
Agreement enables seamless STLCC student transfer into SIUE BSN program. St. Louis Community College (STLCC) and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) have established an articulation agreement to create a seamless transfer pathway for students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). This collaboration aims to enhance educational opportunities for nursing students in the region.
GHS alumnus Tate Wargo signed by Gateway Grizzlies
While coaching the Gillespie High School baseball team, Miners’ assistant Tate Wargo felt a fire being re-kindled in terms of returning to the diamond as a player at a high level. Wargo rose to the challenge and wrote a comeback story for the ages. “Staying around the game assisted...
Skertich Supports Career and Technical Education
Recognizing the benefits of career and technical education from being a proponent of it and seeing results at the local level, Collinsville Community Unit School District 10 Superintendent Brad Skertich has encouraged the state to increase its financial support of such programs. Attending the most recent meeting of the Illinois...
Bethalto Superintendent Addresses Staff Changes, Trust in District
BETHALTO - Following recent resignations and the induction of two new Board of Education members, Bethalto Community Unit School District #8 Superintendent Dr. Jill Griffin sent a letter to the community on July 19, 2024. In her letter, Griffin addressed these resignations. She noted that she legally cannot comment on...
Other Area Finishes at Jr Gold:
15u Girls (300 Competitors) 12u Boys (208 Competitors) 12u Girls (117 Competitors)
Renovations for CUSD 10 facilities to take place beginning this summer
COLLINSVILLE — During the regular Board of Education meeting for the Collinsville Community Unit School District 10, Board members approved all items on the agenda including renovations, contract agreements. On July 15, CUSD 10 held their monthly district school board meeting where staff advocated for the approval of several...
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