USD 383, NEA Reach a Tentative Agreement

In a press release on Friday, it was announced that the Manhattan Ogden USD 383 and the Manhattan Ogden NEA have reach a tentative agreement after seven meetings spanning over the past three month.

The highlights of the new contract include:

  • -a 3% compensation package increase
  • -an increase of $900.00 on the base salary, meaning starting salary for a teacher will be $34,900. 
  • -continued coverage of the basic health insurance premium. 
  • -small increase in supplemental contracts, which include advisors and coaches.
  • -Continued longevity increment increase
  • -continued payment for National Board Certification. 
  • -provides a new stipend for bully prevention teacher leadership. 
  • -continue the 185 day contract length
  • -clarified emergency release and assistance related to teachers.

The Board of Education will vote on ratification of the tentative agreement following teacher ratification in August.