Minneapolis teachers and school district reach tentative agreement, averting strike

Minneapolis teachers announced a tentative agreement with the school district, which prevents a strike scheduled for Tuesday. The deal aims to tackle issues like smaller class sizes, caseload limits, and improved compensation, but specific details have not been shared. Union members must vote to accept the agreement before it can be approved by the school board. Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams stated that the agreement prioritizes students while also balancing the district's financial constraints.

The school district projects a shortfall of at least $25 million for the 2026-27 school year, complicating negotiations. In prior negotiations, the district cited affordability issues and space constraints that hindered meeting union demands. Notably, teachers rallied for nearly three weeks in 2022, marking the district's second strike in history. This recent agreement reflects ongoing efforts to stabilize the educational environment in Minneapolis.