Battle Ground Public Schools

Battle Ground Public Schools and Battle Ground Education Association reach tentative agreement on new contract

Sept. 21, 2023

Yesterday Battle Ground Public Schools and Battle Ground Education Association reached a tentative agreement on a new contract for teachers, counselors and more education professionals in the district. The finalized contract will be posted on the district’s website pending the outcome of the association’s ratification vote scheduled for Sept. 26 and approval by the district’s board of directors on Oct. 9.

“I am grateful to both bargaining teams for working diligently over several months to reach this agreement,” said Superintendent Denny Waters. “Battle Ground Public Schools is fortunate to have a talented, dedicated workforce, who will continue to do great things on behalf of our students and communities. I thank our staff, families, students and community members for their patience and understanding as we completed the collective bargaining process.”

Said Battle Ground Education Association President Kim Bettger, “I also want to thank both teams for all their hard work. Although collaboration and innovation take time, this process allowed us to explore new ways to better support students and families. We look forward to a great school year.”