The ISD 194 (Lakeville Area Schools) teacher contract for 2019 has recently been finalized, and there are several important details to be aware of.

First and foremost, the contract includes a 2.5% base salary increase for all teachers across the district. In addition, there are several changes to the healthcare plans available to teachers, with some options offering lower premiums but higher deductibles.

The contract also includes provisions for additional professional development opportunities for teachers, as well as increased flexibility in scheduling and planning time. There are also changes to the way teachers are evaluated, with a renewed emphasis on student growth and achievement.

One major point of contention during contract negotiations was class sizes. While the final agreement does not set hard limits on class sizes, it does include language that encourages the district to maintain reasonable class sizes and work towards staffing levels that allow for smaller classes.

Overall, the ISD 194 teacher contract for 2019 represents a fair compromise between the needs and concerns of teachers and the district`s budgetary considerations. It provides salary increases and improved benefits for teachers, while also promoting student success and supporting ongoing professional development.