Open Letter to Kaiser Regional President, Michael Ramseier The JESPA Executive Board supports the Kaiser Strike . Kaiser workers are on strike for better patient care, staffing, and wages! Review our open letter and then sign the petition to support Kaiser Healthcare Workers Dear Micheal Ramseier, We are writing on behalf of JESPA, the Jeffco
Life insurance isn’t a topic anyone enjoys contemplating, but it’s a responsible step to safeguard your family’s future. Our members enjoy complimentary life insurance coverage, providing vital protection for your loved ones in case of the unexpected. This coverage assists with significant financial responsibilities like mortgages, college expenses, and end-of-life costs. While we sincerely hope
Meet Andrea Cisneros, a JESPA member and Colorado’s ESP of the Year nominee, whose tireless advocacy for healthy school meals and community organizing has garnered national recognition.
Students ate local farm fresh healthy and scratch cooked options during the pilot launch in September!
What is the Educators Employment Liability (EEL) Program? The EEL program is a professional liability insurance program which is a benefit of membership. The program is totally dues-funded; members pay no separate fee. It is designed to protect association members from personal financial liability for most incidents arising out of their educational employment activities or
An open letter to the Board of Education: Students need permanent staffing solutions, like increases to pay, job security, and better health benefits, and we must use available ESSER III dollars to invest in these positions.
Have you ever been confused by your paycheck? We’ve taken a step forward in pay transparency – here is an explanation of the changes you will see in the new wage schedule!
Are you an Education Support Professional (ESP) at Jeffco Public Schools, searching for a way to enhance your career and contribute to a better future? Look no further – joining the Jeffco Education Support Professionals Association (JESPA) is the key to unlocking your potential and driving positive change in your workplace! Here are the top 10 reasons why becoming a JESPA member isn’t just beneficial for you, but for the broader workforce, your students, and our community!
In a groundbreaking move, Colorado has taken a significant step towards safeguarding the rights of its public employees with the recently enacted “Protections for Public Workers Act.” This legislation marks a turning point in extending essential rights to workers across various sectors, including hospitals, universities, public schools, and other quasi-governmental entities. This article dives into the core provisions of the Act, its resemblances to the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) Sections 7 and 8, and the profound impact it holds for workers and unions.
While we had several great wins with new contract language and wage schedules, the district fought many of the transformative changes we had advocated for, including vital issues such as livable wages, adequate staffing, improved health benefits, and an end to outsourcing. While we feel the weight of this disappointment, it only fuels our resolve to fight harder for the rights and demands that remain unmet.
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