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Posted By: The Reporter December 31, 2025
Submitted by HSE Schools
On Tuesday, Dec. 30, the Hamilton Southeastern Board of School Trustees approved the 2025-26 teacher contract by a vote of 7-0, completing the collective bargaining process for the upcoming school year.
This year’s negotiations occurred amid declining enrollment, rising health insurance costs, higher employer costs related to the state teacher retirement system, and the impact of SEA 1 legislation.
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“This approval brings closure to an important process and allows us to move forward together,” Superintendent Patrick Mapes said. “We appreciate the commitment shown by everyone involved and remain focused on supporting our staff and students in the year ahead.”
The full agreement is available at hseschools.org/community/public-notices.
