Strike Averted: School Year Begins On Time | Spokane News

School’s back in session at Alki Elementary — thanks to a last-minute, tentative teachers’ union agreement that averted a potential strike. Parents breathed sighs of relief after weeks of stress and backup childcare plans, while educators, some calling the ordeal “like being in a tornado,” are now reviewing terms that include an 8.8% pay raise over three years and a new pilot program for special education. Superintendent Shuldiner confirmed the deal is fiscally responsible, letting students focus on learning in newly upgraded facilities, teachers reconnect with their classes, and families finally relax knowing the school year can begin without disruption. 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/75eb18fc3e1473d1