The first case scenario brought out a couple of good points to remember. The first is to come to the table prepared, and the second is to understand that human relations directly affect labor relations. This new superintendent was not prepared for negotiations and did not do his homework. He also came into the new district and pissed off enough people that the teachers felt they needed to organize. Again, this reinforces the need to do your homework. A new superintendent needs to get to know the community and the people he is serving. Human relations is a constant process of working with your staff to build relationships and trust. This superintendent did not build relationships and trust, and this affected the district greatly.
The Ten Most Common Mistakes in Collective Bargaining handout is also a good reference. The class presentations went well.
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