Because AALA will soon begin negotiations on the certificated contract, it is important that we take every opportunity to be seen and heard and that our positions on key items be continually emphasized. Historically, these positions are shared with members of the Board of Education at their meetings during the Labor Partners time on the agenda, however this section was not included on new Board President Ref Rodriguez’ order of business. Therefore, at the Board meeting on August 22, 2017, AALA President Juan A. Flecha signed up to speak under