STATEMENT FROM
Judge Clement J. McGovern
Chief Negotiator for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Judge McGovern is a retired Delaware County Court of Common Pleas judge

Our contract negotiations began at 1:00 p.m. today and concluded at 10:00 p.m. with the union agreeing to take a contract proposal to its executive board for consideration tomorrow.

By mutual agreement with union, there will be no updates or comments until further notice.





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.

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 L. Rossi
Director of Communications
215-587-3747