Articles of the agreement cover recognition of employee representative; negotiation procedures; management rights and responsibilities; association rights and responsibilities; appointment, retention, and evaluation of instructional staff; conditions of employment; faculty benefits; academic freedom and tenure; instructors' rights and…

The major part of this report consists of a system-by-system listing of information on the 1,052 responding systems. Information is provided on the benefits the districts give administrators in a number of areas--the number of days of vacation and sick leave, the maximum accumulation granted for each type of leave, the number of emergency or…

The major part of this report consists of a system-by-system listing of information on the 1,052 responding systems. Information is given on the benefits the districts provide to teachers in a number of areas--the number of days of vacation and sick leave, the maximum accumulation granted for each type of leave, the number of emergency or personal…

In the Manhart case, the Supreme Court ruled that it is unconstitutional for women to be required to make higher payments into a retirement fund than do men to receive the same benefits. A district judge ruled elsewhere that a plan calling for equal payments but reduced monthly benefits for women is constitutional. (IRT)

A remarkable transformation has been accomplished by Japanese industry. One factor leading to the success of this transformation has been the development of a unique approach to quality problems and the formation of national program to assist in the implementation of this approach. Describes this manufacturing process and contrasts it with…

This summary of the results of a national survey of 1,146 randomly selected school systems includes data on salaries and salary increases for school administrators (primarily principals) and teachers. A review of principals' contracts includes examples of health benefits, auto insurance, and other clauses. (Author/DS)

On July 1, 1976 a new National Partial Pension Scheme came into effect in Sweden, which will allow older workers (60-65) to reduce their working hours and draw partial pensions as a preparation for full retirement. (Editor)

Analyzes the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision in General Electric Co. v. Gilbert that a disability benefits plan is not discriminatory on the basis of sex because of its failure to cover pregnancy-related disabilities. Discusses implications of the decision for public school districts. (JG)

Board members should look at the demands from employee groups and make sure that they understand what the actual costs are on a short-term basis and on a long-term basis. (Author/MLF)

High salaries and perquisites such as generous separation benefits, bonuses, housing, and housing improvements have provoked criticism and concern over the use of public or limited institutional funds. (MSE)

The workplace is slowly adopting supportive work structures and benefit programs to make it more feasible for women to combine work and family. (JOW)

A recent United State Supreme Court ruling upheld a California law requiring employers to grant female employees up to four months of unpaid maternity leave and make reasonable efforts to reinstate them when they return to work. The decision and its implications are discussed. (MSE)

Employee health promotion and wellness programs have become a popular method of decreasing employee health care costs. The characteristics of worksite health-promotion programs were surveyed in a study of Fortune 500 companies. This study also served to examine the extent of activities offered in these programs. (DF)

Methods of aligning health education with the goals and functions of employee assistance programs are discussed. The role of the health educator in developing these programs is explained in a description of employee assistance program service standards and specific sub-tasks. (DF)

The 1984 Compensation and Benefits Survey of College and University Chief Executive Officers is discussed. The survey provides information on presidential compensation, benefits, and employment practices at public, independent, religious, and medical institutions. (MLW)