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Charlotte Public Schools is proud to announce the successful completion of its annual financial audit, receiving a clean, unmodified audit with no findings, no exceptions, and no management letter comments. This is an outstanding accomplishment and reflects the District's continued commitment to financial responsibility, transparency, and accountability.

A clean, unmodified audit represents the highest level of assurance an auditor can provide regarding the fairness of an organization's financial statements. While these results are an important reflection of the District's sound financial practices, they also represent something even more meaningful: the dedication, integrity, and hard work of the people who serve Charlotte Public Schools every day.

Behind every successful audit is a team of individuals who take pride in their work, pay attention to the details, and understand the importance of doing things the right way. From our business office to the staff who support our schools and daily operations, this accomplishment is a direct reflection of the commitment and professionalism of our entire CPS team.

The Board of Education and Central Office Administration are incredibly proud of this achievement and grateful to everyone who played a role in making it possible. We recognize that the success of our District is built on the efforts of so many people, often working behind the scenes, and we appreciate the care and commitment they bring to supporting our students, staff, and community.

This is certainly an accomplishment worth celebrating, and we are proud of the team that made it happen. Thank you for your continued dedication to Charlotte Public Schools and the Oriole community!

Go Orioles! Oriole Pride!

CPS Board of Education Treasurer, Jim Cicorelli

Associate Superintendent for Business and Operations, Michelle Sine

Charlotte Public School Community,

We are excited to announce that we have solidified the Charlotte Education Association collective bargaining agreement through 2028! Reaching this agreement took time, challenging conversations, and patience to hear each other's viewpoints to come to a mutual understanding. Throughout this process, despite any differences, we all upheld our CPS Mission “Nurturing and providing excellent education and opportunities with respect and purpose to students, staff, and the community we serve.” 

We have a shared sense of optimism in reaching this agreement as we have a path to moveforward focusing on the success of our students and the community we serve. Highlights of this agreement include:

● Largest pay raise in years

● Increase in the hourly rate for work outside contractual duties

● Increased sick day pay outs

● Additional schedule B opportunities

● Board supported increases in employee benefits across the district

● Expanded opportunities for appeal including areas of arbitration

Thank you to staff, students, and the community for our partnership throughout this process. We are grateful for the opportunity to move beyond negotiations and refocus our collective energy on our shared goals. Together, we can continue building a stronger future for Charlotte Public Schools. Our kids. Our community. Our future.
Go Orioles! Oriole Pride!

Charlotte Education Association 

Becky Carter, CEA Co-President

Jen Wood, CEA Co-President

Charlotte Board of Education

Mark Byers, President

CPS Administration

Dr. Mandy Stewart, Superintendent

As a representative of the Board of Education and the Community, I am proud of the work and progress made regarding contracts for our Oriole staff. We have reached agreements with most of our employees, and feel that we are close to agreement with the CEA. 

We have been in negotiations with the CEA since last January, and the District has presented 6 global proposals following our collaborative negotiation sessions. The vast majority of the article proposals are mutually agreed upon, including significant areas of compensation. The District has accepted the CEA’s most recent financial offer, which includes:

•  Largest pay raise in several years

•  Increase in the hourly rate for additional work

•  Increased sick day pay outs

•  Additional schedule B opportunities

•  Board supported increases in employee benefits across the district 

At this time, we have only a few remaining areas of language to resolve, primarily related to arbitration. While the Board is offering expanded options for appeal, grievance, and mediation, we believe there should be reasonable limitations on the final step of arbitration due to the time and expense associated with arbitration fees and legal representation for both the MEA and the District. 

Because we are so close to a complete contract, we began the mediation process in September. The use of a third party mediator is not a sign of negative relations. It is simply another step to help resolve these last remaining points and reach a settled contract more quickly, as we want to have our staff benefit from the financial aspects of the proposal.

5-Year Average Staff Retention Rate

Link:  https://www.mischooldata.org/michigans-education-staff/

We are committed to supporting  our staff and students. We understand that retaining talented staff is essential to our continued success. CPS has a five year average staff retention rate of 81% compared with 77% statewide, and our retention rate is above several of our neighboring districts (MiSchoolData.org). 

Thank you for your patience and support as we take the necessary steps for a positive resolution for our community. 

Go Orioles! Oriole Pride!

Mr. Mark Byers- Charlotte Board of Education President