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Twin Rivers Educators Strike Amid Contract Dispute
5 Mar
Summary
- Educators in Twin Rivers Unified School District will strike on Thursday.
- Union demands include higher pay, full healthcare coverage, and smaller classes.
- District assures schools will remain open, offering higher substitute pay.
Educators within the Twin Rivers Unified School District are scheduled to initiate a strike on Thursday, March 6, 2026. This marks the first strike in the district's twenty-year existence. The teachers' union, Twin Rivers United Educators (TRUE), has stated that the strike will continue until a satisfactory agreement is reached.
The primary demands from the educators include increased salaries to remain competitive with neighboring districts, comprehensive healthcare coverage for all staff, and a reduction in class sizes. These conditions are seen as vital for both teacher retention and improved student learning environments.
Parents have expressed solidarity with the teachers, with some planning to keep their children home in support. They highlight the need for better resources, including counselors, to support diverse student needs.
Twin Rivers Unified leadership has confirmed that all school operations, including classes and after-school programs, will continue during the strike. To manage staffing shortages, the district is offering significantly higher pay for substitute teachers.
