About half teachers participated last year, and they are eligible to make claims on the bank this year. Not much is lost by donating one sick day, even considering STRS service credit, and a form of disability insurance is gained. Many teachers carry an individual insurance policy through Provident or the like, but only participation in the CLB allows teachers to help other teachers. The CLB was a difficult benefit to win, and, therefore, the contract language adopted was not ideal. Vigorous participation should lead to an improved CLB provision in the next contract, negotiations for which will begin this winter.
Style is a special case of technique.
Crucially, teachers at many sites report that their administration is properly informing them of dangerous students placed in their classes. Since the lack of such action has been a chronic problem, PAEA feels somewhat relieved at this news. When in doubt about a security situation, contact a site administrator or designated security personnel. PAEA will stay on the case. Teachers who have known for years about the requirement might still have a relatively easy way to satisfy it after the New Year.