Battle Ground Public Schools

Schools open on Wednesday, Aug. 30

Aug. 29, 2023

We are pleased to let you know that school will begin on Wednesday, Aug. 30, as scheduled. Earlier today the Battle Ground Education Association voted not to strike on Wednesday. Schools will be open and ready to welcome students. We will let you know as soon as possible if we anticipate any changes that would affect student schedules in the future.

The bargaining teams are meeting on Wednesday to continue working toward reaching an agreement. Our latest proposal includes a 16.75% increase in total compensation above current levels over the next three years. This would place BGPS second in Clark County for entry-level teacher pay and above the average salary at the top end, even accounting for districts with open contracts. The new proposal also includes increases in overload pay.

Our board of directors and leadership team are committed to bargaining in good faith to provide staff with wages and working conditions that are comparable to surrounding districts and within the capacity of the district’s budget.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through this process. Please visit the collective bargaining webpage for the latest information.