Philadelphia teachers could strike as school year approaches if contract talks stall

Philadelphia teachers could strike as school year approaches if contract talks stall

Philadelphia teachers union leaders are preparing for a potential strike as contract negotiations continue before the Aug. 25 start of the school year.

Potential teachers’ strike in Philly next month

PHILADELPHIA—Teachers are set to return to work in Philadelphia schools on August 18 with a potential strike after the students’ first week back at school. At the start of the summer, Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT3) members voted to authorize a strike with an overwhelming 94 percent in favor.  Last summer, PFT3 accepted a one-year contract extension, which included a 5% raise. The wages of Philadelphia teachers still pale in compariso…