PGCEA

Prince George’s County educators have not had a pay increase in three years. With increased pension payments, their income has actually gone down. But demands and mandates have steadily increased!

Despite shrinking resources, these educators have managed to increase student performance against seemingly insurmountable obstacles. The combined effect has taken a drastic toll on the school system and on educators and their families.

Over this period, declining enrollment and changed funding formulas have meant fewer dollars for Prince George’s County Public Schools.PGCEA is aggressively asserting that, in spite of the current economic challenges, we must take care of those who take care of our children. Our message is simple: UNLOCK the Wage Freeze

To make changes, educators must influence public discussion and legislative action around the county education budget. Parents, the general public, elected officials, and other interested parties need to know how the declining revenues have affected the school system and the educators who work in it.That isPGCEA’s goal. And we need your help to do it.

The budget cycle is beginning now. Your voice needs to be heard!

PGCEA needs your help get the word out. We need you to speak out in public forums.We need you and your colleagues to take part in activities aimed at bringing more funding to the school system.

The timeline below shows activities you and your colleagues can take part in to help PGCEA make a difference. Work with the colleagues at your school to make sure someone represents you at each event. Organize your colleagues to come out in force to targeted events.

This timeline will be updated frequently. Check back often for announcements and additional activities.

Timeline
DATE/TIME	EVENT	LOCATION	WHAT YOU CAN DO!
JANUARY 2012
Immediately	2013 Operating Budget Comments	PGCPS website budget section	Weigh in on what you think budget priorities should look like for the district. Share your ideas for addressing waste and inefficiency.
1/5	Superintendent announces proposed FY 2013 budget	TBD	Be informed about the budget and talk to friends and colleagues about school needs.
Wednesday 1/11 6:30 pm	PGCPS Community Budget Forum	Laurel High School 8000 Cherry Lane Laurel, MD 20707	Attend and make a statement about the impact of the current budget situation.
Tuesday 1/17 6:30 pm	PGCPS Community Budget Forum	Gwynn Park Middle School 8000 Dyson Road Brandywine, MD 20613	Attend and make a statement about the impact of the current budget situation.
Tuesday 1/24 5 pm Work Session 7 pm Meeting	Board of Education Work Session Public Hearing	Sasscer Administration Building 14201 School Lane,Upper Marlboro, MD 20772	work sessions tarts at 5 pm and the meeting at 7 pm. Attend and make a statement about the impact of the current budget situation. Click Here for “talking points.” If you wish to make a statement, please call 301 952-6115 to get on the speakers list.
Wednesday 1/25 6:30 pm	PGCPS community Budget Forum	Cora L. Rice Elementary School 950 Nalley Road Landover, MD 20785	Attend and make a statement about the impact of the current budget situation.
FEBRUARY 2012
2/16 5 pm WorkSession 7pm Meeting	Board of Education Work Session Public Hearing	Sasscer Administration Building 14201 School Lane,Upper Marlboro, MD 20772	Work session starts at 5pm and the meeting at 7 pm Attend and make a statement about the impact of the current budget situation. Click Here for “talking points.” If you wish to make a statement, please call 301 952-6115 to get on the speakers list.
2/21 5 pm Work Session 7 pm Meeting	Board of Education Work Session Public Hearing	Sasscer Administration Building 14201 School Lane, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772	Work session starts at 5 pm and the meeting at 7 pm Attend and make a statement about the impact of the current budget situation. Click Here for “talking points.” If you wish to make a statement, please call 301 952-6115 to get on the speakers list.
2/23 7 pm	Adoption of the FY2013 budget	Sasscer Administration Building 14201 School Lane, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772	Attend to find out what the public is thinking and advocating. Network with supporters
MARCH 2012
Monday 3/5 4:30 pm to 9 pm	PGCEA Lobby Night	Annapolis Maryland	Travel to Annapolis with PGCEA and meet with legislators to talk about PGCEA priorities. Bus will leave from PGCEA. RSVP needed. Check Website for details.
APRIL2012
TBD	Lobby County Council Members on PGCPS Budget	TBD	TBD
MAY 2012
TBD	County Council Budget Hearing	Prince George’s County Administration Building	TBD