February 20 2024- The Newton School Committee Chair, Chris Brezski, is urging striking teachers to vote on the latest contract offer, while the union leader is rejecting the idea. The Newton teachers strike has been ongoing for 14 days, resulting in 11 days of canceled school. The school committee voted to cancel four days of February vacation to make up for the missed days. The union is facing fines nearing $600,000 for the illegal strike. Brezski expressed frustration, highlighting that the main point of disagreement is financial, with the city claiming it cannot afford to offer more without harming students.
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