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Safety and security officers at City of Columbus Schools voted overwhelmingly to become part of OAPSE and are now members of Local 581. They have already negotiated a new contract with management that won them huge wage increases and strong contract language. All officers were brought up to the highest pay rate and will receive […]
OAPSE members can be proud today (and every day) about the important work they do to educate Ohio students. Today, that critical work was recognized for two OAPSE members who significantly impact their schools and their communities. Beverly Payne, a secretary at Crestline Village Local Schools and a member of Local 416, and Kristy Adams, […]
As we approach the end of the year, you should know that AFSCME and OAPSE continue to work on repealing the Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). Both HR 82 and S 1302 remain before Congress. OAPSE and the International Union are still pushing and fighting hard to get HR […]
A huge benefit only for OAPSE members is the opportunity for your child or a child for whom you are legal guardian to be awarded a $2,500 scholarship to pursue education after high school. This year, the OAPSE/AFSCME Memorial Scholarship Committee has added trade schools as institutions that qualify as acceptable places for higher education […]
Hey OAPSE members! Because you belong to the union, you and your family are eligible for the free college program. You can take classes on your own time and earn an associate’s and even a bachelor’s degree. Spring registration is open for the free college program. To get started and get all the details, go […]