Common use of Concerted Effort Clause in Contracts

Concerted Effort. The Board and the Association agree to the principle that differences shall be resolved by appropriate and peaceful means concerning any matter which is subject to the grievance procedure without interruption of the school program. Accordingly, the Association agrees that during the term of this Agreement, it shall not direct, instigate or support any strike action in such cases against the Board. As used herein, the term “strike” shall mean the concerted failure to report for duty, the willful absence from one’s position, the stoppage of work or the abstinence in whole or in part from the full, faithful and proper performance of the duties of employment, for the purpose of inducing, influencing or coercing a change in the conditions or compensation, or the rights, privileges or obligations of the employment. Failure of employee(s) to return to his/her workstation upon request by Board officials shall result in disciplinary action up to and including discharge.

Concerted Effort. The Board and the Association agree to the principle that differences shall be resolved by appropriate and peaceful means concerning any matter which is subject to the grievance procedure without interruption of the school program. Accordingly, the Association agrees that during the term of this Agreement, it shall not direct, instigate or support any strike action in such cases against the Board. As used herein, the term “strike” shall mean the concerted failure to report for duty, the willful absence from one’s position, the stoppage of work or the abstinence in whole or in part from the full, faithful and proper performance of the duties of employment, for the purpose of inducing, influencing or coercing a change in the conditions or compensation, or the rights, privileges or obligations of the employment. Failure of employee(s) to return to his/her their workstation upon request by Board officials shall result in disciplinary action up to and including discharge.