Pasadena Unified School District Teacher Contract Talks Stall Over Pay, Class Size

The Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) has presented its 'best and final' offer to the United Teachers of Pasadena (UTP) after nine months and ten bargaining sessions for the 2025-26 school year. Key unresolved issues include the union's demand for a 2.35% ongoing salary increase for 2025-26 and firm class size caps. PUSD argues these proposals would create unsustainable financial obligations and reduce flexibility in student scheduling. Negotiations for the 2026-27 school year have also commenced, with the union seeking an additional 5% salary increase. The next bargaining session is scheduled for October 29.