Faculty Vote to Strike After Years of Deadlock | Fresno News

Over 97% of State Center faculty voted to authorize a strike — the highest turnout in 60 years — signaling deep frustration as contract talks stall after nearly two years. Teachers are pushing for better pay, closing the gap between full-time and part-time instructors, and more control over workplace policies like intellectual property and dual enrollment programs. Despite the tension, they continue showing up for students. The district says the vote is standard and won’t change operations, but mediation is now scheduled for September 2nd — with union leader Keith Ford hoping for a breakthrough before classes grind to a halt. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1bb04dfd6cff4a18