Work to the Rule Menu

Everyone can participate in “Work to the Rule” by pledging to participate in at least one of the activities listed below  at their worksite. Stewards and members will find below a “menu” of Work to the Rule options.

Union leaders urge all members to participate in at least one of the “Work to the Rule” activities. This is one of the few negotiations activities when “doing nothing” is great! 

All “Work to the Rule” activities listed conform with the contract. Any responses to the Work to the Rule actions should be reported to communications@btuonline.com so union staff can provide support.

Members are encouraged to participate in “Work to the Rule” for the short period of time starting Monday, November 9 to Wednesday, November 25. The activity is scheduled to conclude before the busy holiday season.

Work to the Rule Activity Menu:

- Everyone gather at starting time in one location and enter the building as a group.

- Everyone gather at the end of the workday and leave together promptly.

- Do not schedule any parent conferences so planning time can be used for lesson prep and - grading.

- Do not attend any meetings, IEP grade/ department, etc during planning time except for the principals faculty meeting.

- Do not take any student work home with you. Do not volunteer for any committees or extra duties for which you don’t receive supplementary pay.

- Do not schedule any after-school detentions or tutoring.

- Do not return to your classroom until your 30-minute duty-free lunch is over.

- Limit your graded assignment to one per subject for an entire week.

- Except during recess for your students, do not supervise students on school grounds, hallways, restrooms or the lunchroom unless you are paid to do so.

- Do not collect or transmit money.

- Refuse to cover classes for other teachers.

- Refuse to accept students back into class who have been referred for disciplinary action until a written response is received.

For questions about “Work to the Rule,” please send an e-mail to communications@btuonline.com today!