Quotes by Margaret DiNinno

“This means we remain at an impasse. The district does believe final best-offer would bring some closure to this by bringing in a third party. We regret theyre not joining us in an effort to bring some closure to this situation.”

“We have tried every alternative-dispute resolution, including fact-finding. Were trying to find an acceptable resolution because its obvious were at an impasse.”

“Were obviously happy to get back to some discussion. This is our first meeting at the table since (November). We are looking forward to some positive results.”

“The district has not received any formal or informal response to that last proposal.”

“Right now thats where it stands to be.”

“The district feels we all have the same goal, and that is to create a quality program for our students. Obviously, we want to bring some closure to these negotiations. That will assist us in what we do best, educating our students.”

“We could have met several times in December; unfortunately, PTEA rejected all of those dates.”

“We have not been notified by PTEA as to their decision.”

“To me, this is a positive sign. There is discussion going on. Another session is planned next week with plans to continue that discussion.”

“Were continuing where we left off last week. Weve had three negotiating sessions within the last three weeks. Each side left willing to continue the discussions. Our intentions are to continue the sessions, and hopefully, get a contract. Both parties are going to pick up the discussion where we left off and hopefully continue to make progress.”