The Naperville School District 203 Board of Education and the Naperville Unit Education Association announced Friday afternoon that they have come to a “tentative agreement,” which means a strike will be avoided.

Friday negotiations bring about tentative agreement

On Thursday, the NUEA had set a strike date of Tuesday, Aug. 26 , after talks on a new teacher contract had stalled.

But federally mediated negotiations resumed Friday, bringing about this tentative agreement.

“Our priority has always been to provide students with the high-quality education they deserve, and this agreement helps us continue that work,” said Charles Cush, President of the Board of Education in a news release. “This reflects our dedication to ensuring Naperville 203 remains an exemplary school district for st

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