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Addressing the Challenges Facing Our Schools

Addressing the Challenges Facing Our Schools

by Sanjay Sharma | Nov 22, 2024 | GDOE Support Staff, GDOE Teachers, Local News

I have been deeply engaged in the discussions surrounding the potential decommissioning of our schools. After attending numerous data-gathering meetings over the past year, I am left with more questions than answers. The most pressing concern is the specter of...
Write to Support School Aides, Clerks, Bus Drivers, and Many Others

Write to Support School Aides, Clerks, Bus Drivers, and Many Others

by Sanjay Sharma | Feb 17, 2023 | DPW (Bus Operations), GDOE Support Staff, Local News

As union members, we have a unique opportunity to come together and advocate for our shared interests. The proposed 22% pay raise for government employees is a crucial issue that will have a direct impact on our financial well-being and the future of our workplace....
General Pay Plan 22% Raise

General Pay Plan 22% Raise

by Sanjay Sharma | Feb 6, 2023 | Customs & Quarantine, Department of Corrections, DPW (Bus Operations), GCC Support Staff, GDOE Support Staff, Local News, UOG Support Staff

Under the leadership of Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero, the government of Guam has taken a bold and commendable step towards ensuring that its hardworking employees are adequately compensated. After a long wait of nearly a decade, the General Pay Plan (GPP) pay structure has...
From Fleas to Fences, Schools Unsafe

From Fleas to Fences, Schools Unsafe

by Sanjay Sharma | Jan 31, 2023 | GDOE Support Staff, GDOE Teachers, Local News

The Guam Department of Education (GDOE) was recently cited by the federal government for environmental health and safety issues at several Head Start schools in Guam. During a site visit, officials found various operational issues that violated children’s rights,...
Highlights for 180 days and service learning waiver

Highlights for 180 days and service learning waiver

by Sanjay Sharma | Mar 2, 2022 | GDOE Support Staff, GDOE Teachers

The Guam Department of Education (GDOE) appeared before members of the Guam Legislature at an informational hearing to request a waiver of the 180 instructional days and service-learning. Members of the Guam Education Board and the GDOE administration voiced their...
GDOE Pay Plan Committee: Wage Study Priority

GDOE Pay Plan Committee: Wage Study Priority

by Sanjay Sharma | Feb 24, 2022 | GDOE Support Staff, GDOE Teachers

Members of the GDOE Pay Plan Committee voiced support to prioritize a wage and salary increase for all employees in the Department. The committee meets once a week to discuss their progress. In all, there are three subcommittees working on job descriptions, above-step...
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