Newton Teachers Strike Ends with Historic Agreement

After a historic 11-day strike, Newton teachers ratify a new contract featuring significant salary increases and expanded parental leave.

Newton, Massachusetts students return to school after a 15-day teachers union strike, marking the state's longest in three decades.
The new four-year contract includes a 13% cost-of-living increase, higher pay for aides and therapists, and 60 days of parental leave.
The strike, deemed illegal in Massachusetts, resulted in a $600,000 fine for the union, with a potential reduction pending court decision.
The school district faces a $53 million increase in expenses over the contract's duration, reflecting the substantial terms of the agreement.
The strike has sparked concerns among other districts in Massachusetts about the potential for more militant union actions during upcoming negotiations.