Ballots to be counted this evening in Lusher teachers’ union vote
We'll be outside, but won't live-blog it.
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International High School argues that feds can’t oversee union effort by teachers
Algiers charter network hires interim CEO to stay on without interviewing others
Board received applications from 22 people who were deemed qualified.
Labor board says Lusher teachers will vote next week on joining union
Elections will be held at both campuses on May 17.
Einstein’s Village de l’Est campus closed because of asbestos concerns
Thirteen of 15 dust samples tested positive for asbestos, but the results are preliminary.
Some teachers at International High asking federal labor board to hold union vote
Union organizers approached national board after they say the school gave them the cold shoulder.
Lusher questions whether federal labor board should be involved in union election
School attorneys argue the board is a political subdivision of state, not subject to federal oversight. That's counter to an earlier argument.
Algiers Charter Association gets 22 applicants for new CEO, public meeting expected
Three Algiers charter officials now off payroll after cheating investigation
Larger-than-usual paychecks were cut recently, then they were taken off next payroll.
Lusher board passes resolution to stay neutral toward teachers union effort
Members say they want faculty members to decide the issue through a vote.
