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Contract Wrong for Teachers & Taxpayers
- Merrimack Education Matters
- Apr 2, 2013
The Merrimack Teacher's Association's pay raise distribution is not in the best interest of teachers or taxpayers. If the contract is approved as is, both parties will be hurt.
We Need a Raise in Teacher Pay
- Merrimack Education Matters
- Mar 3, 2013
Pay table disparities prevent Merrimack from attracting young teachers. The negotiated pay raise could fix the problem if implemented properly.
A Time to Build
- Merrimack Education Matters
- Feb 23, 2013
A vocal critic of the Merrimack School District's central office project still thinks supporting the project is the best use of taxpayer resources.
Merrimack School Board Seeks Input From Parents
- Merrimack Education Matters
- Feb 18, 2013
Ever wished school vacations were scheduled differently? Do you like the calendar as it is? Whatever your opinion, if you are a Merrimack parent, the Merrimack School Board wants to here from you!
Merrimack Teachers on Track for Pay Increase
- Merrimack Education Matters
- Dec 28, 2012
Did you know that most teachers can receive a raise even if the current contract negotiations result in no changes to the pay table? It is true. Read on to understand why.
Tis the Season for School Budgets
- Merrimack Education Matters
- Dec 14, 2012
Along with holidays comes the school budget review. The annual tradition has a few schedule changes this year that will allow voters to be more engaged. Here's what you need to know to get started.
Why give it back when we can spend it?
- Merrimack Education Matters
- Nov 21, 2012
Does the School Board operate transparently? Are they looking out for us? Or have they become compromised by the bureaucracy? Consider the recent Performance Pay contract changes and then you decide.
Teacher Pay Raises Explained
- Merrimack Education Matters
- Nov 12, 2012
Ever wonder how a 2.75% increase in the teachers' contract can amount to more than a 4% pay hike for some teachers and less than a 2.75% for others? This blog may help you with some answers.
Golden Parachutes
- Merrimack Education Matters
- Oct 17, 2012
Are large monetary incentives required by contract for retiring teachers in the taxpayer's best interest?
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Tax Dollars are for Lobbying^Education
- Merrimack Education Matters
- Oct 10, 2012
Your tax dollars go to the New Hampshire School Board’s Association (NHSBA) to support legislative lobbying. Do the NHSBA lobby positions agree with yours? You might be surprised.
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