The Catholic teachers union and the Archdiocese spent more than nine hours Saturday (1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.) trying to come to a reasonable agreement for both the Archdiocese and the teachers union. Although we have not yet come to mutually agreeable terms, we did make progress. Another negotiating session is scheduled for Sunday, September 7th at 1:00 p.m.

STATEMENT REGARDING SCHOOL SCHEDULING
from
Dr. Thomas F. O'Brien - Superintendent of Schools

The Archdiocese has made no decision regarding high school scheduling beyond Monday. Classes could resume as early as Tuesday if a tentative contract agreement is reached over the weekend and the union membership ratifies the agreement on Monday.

On Monday, September 8th, the 22 high schools of the Archdiocese are closed, with no sporting events or activities because of the strike.


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Contact
Catherine Rossi
Director of Communications
215-587-3747