"Newton School Committee Chair Breaks Down as Teacher Strike Enters 10th Day"
TL;DR
The ongoing teachers' strike in Newton, Massachusetts has led to the cancellation of classes for the 10th day, causing emotional distress for the Chair of Newton's School Committee. The strike stems from a $15 million disparity between the demands of the Newton Teachers Association and what the School Committee can provide. Parents and officials are urging for a resolution as fines continue to accumulate for the teachers' union, and discussions about makeup days are underway.
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- ‘Gone too far’: Chair of Newton School Committee tears up after classes canceled for 10th day Boston 25 News
- Meet Mike Zilles, the man leading Newton's teachers strike The Boston Globe
- Dropkick Murphys cover pro-union song in support of striking Newton teachers MassLive.com
- School through June, classes during spring break considered as Newton students miss 10th day WCVB Boston
- Newton city councilors share ‘grave concern' over ongoing teacher strike NBC10 Boston
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