News Release
April 5, 2005
Mediator Selected For Teacher Contract Negotiations
Judy Mares-Dixon has been selected by Denver Public Schools and the Denver Classroom Teachers Association to serve as the mediator for the current teacher contract negotiations, Andre Pettigrew, Assistant Superintendent for Administrative Services, announced today.
Mares-Dixon is an internationally experienced mediator who successfully facilitated the current contract between the district and the DCTA in 2002. She has continued to work within the district as a facilitator, assisting school communities in the process of school redesign and revitalization.
Pettigrew also announced that the following dates have been set for the mediation: Saturday, April 16; Monday, April 18; Tuesday, April 19; and Wednesday, April 20. Exact meeting times and locations will be determined at a later date.
"We fully expect to emerge from the mediated portion of contract discussions with a settlement that is in the best interests of both parties," said Pettigrew.
The current contract expires on August 31, 2005.
For more information, contact the DPS Communications Office at 720-423-3414.