This document publicizes the collective bargaining agreement between the U.S. Department of Education and the National Council of Department of Education Locals, Council 252, American Federation of Government Employees, effective February 23, 1995. It contains all articles and sections of that agreement pertaining to the following subheadings: (1) General Provision; (2) General Rights, Responsibilities, and Relationships; (3) Personnel Programs, Policies, and Procedures; (4) Working Conditions and Related Articles; and (5) Problem Resolution Procedures. Contained in the Agreement is a "Memorandum of Understanding" between the Council of Education Locals, No. 252, and the United States Department of Education which lists further details of a Collective Bargaining Problem Resolution Procedure and the Informal Dispute Resolution Center Process as a prerequisite for employee grievances as well as other details regarding election of procedures and time limits. (DFR)