Teachers in the Roxana school district have reached a tentative agreement with the local teachers union after weeks of negotiations that threatened to disrupt classes. The deal, announced by the Belleville News‑Democrat, outlines concessions on salary schedules, health benefits and a roadmap for addressing class‑size concerns that have long plagued the district. Both sides say the agreement will avert a strike and provide a framework for future collaboration, though final approval still requires a vote by union members. The settlement comes amid broader statewide debates over education funding and labor relations, signaling a potential model for other districts facing similar pressures.
Roxana teachers union and school district reach tentative deal Belleville News-Democrat
