RCA Union

05/01/2026

Hello RCA!

Today we ask you to participate in a Labor Day walk-in to honor May Day, a tradition rooted in the 1886 Haymarket Affair, when workers advocating for an eight-hour workday were met with violence and injustice during a Chicago strike. This moment became a powerful symbol of the ongoing struggle for fair working conditions and workers’ rights. By recognizing May Day, we stand in solidarity with those who came before us and reaffirm our collective commitment to dignity, equity, and safe working conditions for all workers.

During challenging times, the importance of why labor organizing is critical is clear. In a time of budget deficits, RIFs, and other difficult decisions, this is the moment to display solidarity in fighting for all—our students, our communities, and ourselves.

04/18/2026

The Ridgefield Classified Association (RCA) and the Ridgefield School District (RSD) Bargaining Team are pleased to announce that they have reached a Tentative Agreement for a 3-year contract! The new agreement will begin September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2029, following approval of RCA membership and the School Board of Directors.

“RCA has been working with the district to address contract issues continuously, developing 12 previously bargained Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), prior to these contract negotiations,” said RCA President Ashley Taylor.

The teams will be working together next week to finish formatting the contract and accompanying appendixes; RCA will then schedule their ratification meeting.

“I am incredibly proud of our strong relationships in Ridgefield. This contract is a culmination of our collaborative work over the last two years, and we are grateful for our partnership with RCA leadership that allowed us to reach this agreement early in the year,” said Dr. Jenny Rodriquez, Superintendent.

“We are grateful to all of our members for their help in identifying challenges and needs, and indebted to our members who served countless hours as part of our bargaining committee - Tyler Freedman, Central Services; Taylor Jones, Union Ridge; Amy Schurman, South Ridge; Melody Morrow, Sunset/View Ridge; and Jody Harris, Early Learning Center,” said President Taylor.

The final contract will be presented to the School Board, following ratification.

04/15/2026

Wear RED today ❤️
In solidarity. In support.

Wear RED today!!!

Today we begin bargaining! Show your support and stand in solidarity with the RCA by wearing RED today. Your presence matters and your support makes a difference.

Every Role Matters. Every Voice Counts. ❤️

04/01/2026

Wear RED today ❤️

Your RCA bargaining team worked through 48 pages of counters yesterday and reached 17 TAs. Let’s stand together and show our support!

03/17/2026

Wear RED today!!!

Today we begin bargaining! Show your support and stand in solidarity with the RCA by wearing RED today. Your presence matters and your support makes a difference.

Every Role Matters. Every Voice Counts. ❤️

03/16/2026

Remember to Wear RED tomorrow!

Tomorrow we begin bargaining with the Ridgefied School District.

Stand in solidarity with your Union and wear RED tomorrow to show your support. When we stand together, our voices are stronger. ❤️

01/22/2026

🚨 Bargaining Survey Reminder 🚨
Members — check your email! The bargaining survey closes tomorrow.

We need to hear from YOU.
Every role matters. Every voice counts.
Take a few minutes and tell us what’s important to you today. 💪

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from the Ridgefield Classified Association!

We are so grateful for our incredible classified staff, and we can’t wait to begin 2026 with you. Here’s to growth, collaboration, and another year of supporting one another through the RCA!

12/20/2025

Wishing all Ridgefield staff, students, and families a wonderful and restful Winter Break! Thank you for everything you do. Enjoy this time to recharge, relax, and celebrate. We’ll see you in the new year!

12/17/2025

Today is Wear Red Wednesday!

Show your support by wearing red today!
Let’s stand united and show our strength together. ❤️