Four Grand Friday Tomorrow 5-30-25!

Just in case you have been under a rock for the last few weeks or more seriously out of commission due to some critical matter, tomorrow is Four Grand Friday. Your union negotiations team has negotiated a $4000.00 bonus for most of our members and the payout is May 30, 2025. This money was not easy to obtain, as we had initially asked for a $10,000.00 bonus, but PGCPS resisted and looked at us like we were crazy. Nevertherless we finally agreed on the $4000.00, escpecially in these most uncertain economic times in America.

We also did not want to push so hard forcing them to give more and ultimately putting our members at risk of being harmed through furloughs, rifts and the like. Treat yourself and/or your family to something nice. Have a great end of the school year and expect your 3% COLA and step on July 1st. If you're already at the top, expect your 3% and your 1% differential.

Whatever it is that your're receiving, please know that the union leadership is in your corner all the way and will stand on business whenever necessary.

There seems to be a little confusion around the payscale for those that are going from 11 month AP to 12 month AP. I will attempt to explain this the best way I can to alleviate some of the confusion.

If you are offered and accept a twelve month AP position today, May 29th, 2025, and you are currently on step seven as an 11 month AP, you will automatically become a step seven 12 month employee.

Your salary today will reflect on the current scale, but on July 1st, when the step increase and COLA kick in, you will receive your step, % 3COLA and see your increase in pay.

If you are an 11 month AP at step 15 (top of the scale) you will go to a 12 month AP and receive your 3% COLA and a 1% differential.

Please be informed that you will receive an email this evening at the request of your colleagues that were in attendance at our annual May Budget Meeting last night. About 35 ASASP members and staff were in attendance in all when it was decided by vote to send the budget out to every member so that each and every member would have the opportunity to be heard.

The email is a request for your approval of our annual operating budget here at ASASP. Please look over the proposed budget and vote as soon as possible, as the month of May is coming to a screeching halt in about 48 hours.

You will have until the very last minute in the month (11:59pm on 5-31-25) to vote. Please make your voice heard and help us to be able to continue fighting for you.

Thank you for your membership, support and dedication to the education of our young people. Feel free to reach out to the board to share concerns, we are here to serve!!

Jeffery J. Parker, Executive Director

jeffery.parker@asasp.org

Brian Galbraith, President

asaspunion@asasp.org

1300 Caraway Court #204

Largo, Maryland 20774

301-925.7047

Your ASASP Board of Directors - Fifteen (15) Representatives

Mr. Brian Galbraith - President

Ms. Jewel Preston - Vice President

Ms. Michelle Towles-Monroe - Secretary

Ms. Felicia Colbert - Treasurer

Ms. Kristy Miller - Board Member (Unit 3 Seat)

Ms. Dana Brown - Board Member (Unit 3 Seat)

Mr. Brian Makell - Board Member (Unit 3 Seat)

Mr. Brandon Jackson - Board Member (At Large Seat)

Ms. Nichelle Williams - Board Member (At Large Seat)

Ms. Michelle Marek - Board Member (Elementary Principal)

Ms. Tisa Morgan - Board Member (Middle School Principal)

Vacant – Board Member (High School Principal)

Ms. Crystal Bright-Mundell - (Elementary Assistant Principal/Wing Coordinator)

Mr. Thomas Childs - Board Member (Secondary Assistant Principal)

Ms. Summer Carter - Instructional Supervisor (Instructional Supervisor)

A Word from our National Affiliate AFSA

A Celebration of Unions And How We Move Forward Together

We’re thrilled to announce that online registration for AFSA's 17th Triennial Constitutional Convention is officially live!

Click on the link below to access your registration and hotel booking instructions. This step-by-step guide will walk you through everything you need to know—so be sure to review the instructions before you begin.

This convention is more than just a gathering—it’s your opportunity to help shape the future of our union. AFSA members will come together to vote on critical resolutions that impact school leaders, local unions and the communities we serve. Your voice matters, and this is your chance to drive our agenda for the next three years.

Important Note: This email is only being sent to local presidents and executive directors. It is incumbent upon you to ensure that all of your delegates and guests receive the registration link and related information. Please share it with them directly so they can complete their registration.

Registration Instructions and Links

Planning Your Travel and Hotel Reservations

As you book your flights and hotel stay, here are some key dates and times to keep in mind:

• Thursday, July 24

  • Delegate check-in starts at 10 a.m., alongside a series of valuable union leadership workshops—including sessions on collective bargaining, grievance procedures and media training. While participation in the workshops is optional, we highly encourage you to attend and take advantage of these learning opportunities and local union networking discussions.

  • The official convention opening session for all delegates and guests begins at 5 p.m.

• Saturday, July 26

  • The convention wraps up in style with a banquet celebration Saturday night.

• Sunday, July 27

  • Official departure day.

Need help or have questions?

We’re here for you!

Email: afsa@afsaadmin.org

If you want to skip the instructions, here are direct links to register for the convention and to make hotel reservations.

Convention Online Registration Link

Hotel Reservations Link

Let’s make this convention unforgettable—we can’t wait to see you there!

– The AFSA Team

Maryland Association of School Health Nurse

Maryland School Nutrition Association

MASSP – Maryland Association of Secondary School Principals

https://mdmassp.org/

MAESP – Maryland Association of Elementary School Principals

https://maesp.org/

Prince George’s County Board of Education

https://www.pgcps.org/offices/board-of-education

Maryland Department of Education

https://marylandpublicschools.org/Pages/default.aspx

United States Department of Education

https://www2.ed.gov/rschstat/landing.jhtml?src=pn