Prince George’s County Teachers Union Votes No Confidence in Superintendent Millard House II
PRINCE GEORGE’S CO., Md. – In a significant move, the Prince George’s County educators’ union voted no confidence in Superintendent Millard House II on Wednesday evening, citing a deepening staffing crisis and ongoing dissatisfaction among teachers. The vote, held around 8 p.m., garnered overwhelming support, marking a decisive action amid ongoing contract negotiations.
Union leaders expressed concerns regarding numerous unfilled teaching positions, payroll errors, and a growing sense of disrespect within the educational workforce. "Our school system is not in a healthy place," stated PGCEA President Donna Christy. She emphasized the strain on educators as they juggle increased workloads and the impact on student learning due to staffing shortages.
Superintendent House, who has served for nearly two years, responded to the vote, highlighting the school system’s achievements, including rising graduation rates and improved safety measures that have led to a 46% reduction in school incidents. He asserted that he has been actively engaging with union leadership to address various work conditions but criticized their recent actions as attempts to sway public opinion during negotiations.
The tensions have been palpable, with teachers recently protesting outside a school board meeting, citing dangerous staffing levels and concerns over a hostile administrative environment. House expressed commitment to continuing dialogue with the union but noted that recent actions detracted from the progress being made.
Looking ahead, the teachers’ union hopes the no-confidence vote serves as a wake-up call to the school board, signaling the urgent need for stronger leadership and improved conditions in the Prince George’s County school system. As negotiations continue, both sides remain firm in their positions, setting the stage for potentially significant developments in the coming weeks.
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