Esteemed AALA Members,
As the holiday season is upon us, I would like to take this moment to wish each and every one of you a wonderful and relaxing, well-deserved Thanksgiving break. While the demands of our work are endless, it is essential that you take time to rest, rejuvenate, and reenergize for the challenges ahead.
My hope is that you find time to spend with family and friends, creating cherished memories and immersing yourself in the spirit of gratitude. Please be present with your loved ones and dis-engage from your work cell phone and Email. I am deeply thankful for your unwavering support and trust in my efforts to advocate for the change we need, by amplifying our collective voice.
Rest assured, as your AALA President, I will continue to fight relentlessly for your rights, seeking to restore balance and joy to the work you do with heart. I am committed to advocating for working conditions that are both sustainable and reasonable. Know that I stand with you, with an unwavering resolve to do better for all of you.
Happy Thanksgiving, and may this season bring you peace, joy, and the rest you truly deserve.
In Solidarity and Unwavering Resolve,
Maria
Last Thursday was AALA’s “Town Hall for Activating Positive Change”
I am committed to having transparent and honest conversations about the unfair and untenable conditions the LAUSD is continuously bombarding your way. As importantly, we must reflect on the status of our union. Where do we stand and where do we want to go? What are we willing to do to get the respect we deserve?
As I shared, labor law is “Not our Friend.” This must change. We must collectively ACT to make our union better by pushing outside of our comfort zone. This means pushing beyond our present roles by breaking through old ways of thinking and acting.
On November 18, 2024, AALA’s Executive Board voted to put forth the motion of AALA affiliating with Teamsters Local 2010. As such, yesterday, we listened to Jason Rabinowitz, Secretary/Treasurer Local 2010 . He shared the additional benefits members will receive by affiliating. The motion will be presented at the representative assembly scheduled for Thursday, December 5, 2024 at the San Antonio Winery. (The meeting is at capacity) If passed, AALA members will be voting between Friday, December 6, 2024 – Friday, December 13, 2024. Below is the link with the recorded Town Hall meeting in its entirety for your review. Please email me at mnichols@aala.us with any questions.
Accolades to the 100 (+) members that drove to Casa Italiana after a long workday. We hope you enjoyed dinner and the libations. Your presence, collective voices, and willingness to consider a union affiliation with TEAMSTERS is noted. I am further fueled to push the boundaries for the changes you have rightfully earned.
Your Union, Your Power: A Town Hall for Activating Positive Change
You are invited to join a virtual meeting to learn and get information on labor law, union rights and union affiliation. The meeting will be held twice to accommodate schedules.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Dec 3, 2024 05:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcud-2pqj4qEtcNZ9y3oTrJPW4Y6A4cE-xt
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Dec 4, 2024 05:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZElcO-hqTMsEtb6Vn6h4skJKXQrW2mS-EO8
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.