Due to the surge of COVID in our community, we will not have a road show. Instead, if you have any questions about the contract we urge you to contact your yard representatives or steward to inquire about the 2020/2021 & 2021/2022 tentative agreement.  

As always, you can also contact DCSMEC directly for further guidance. We are currently working together with management to facilitate an online vote using your school board email address that can be easily accessed by your district cell phone, computer, iPad or any smart devices you use. The vote will be as easy as – yes (I,accept the agreement) or no (I don’t accept the agreement).

If for any reason you need access to a smart device in order to vote, please let your DCSMEC representatives at your facility know so we can arrange for management to provide you with accessibility to a computer. You need to tend to that right away.

The online VOTE will take place on Thursday, September 30, 2021 between 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Take the time now to inquire about the tentative agreement. DCSMEC wants to thank you for your support and encourages everyone to vote. This vote is open to everyone under the DCSMEC contract.

With record numbers of Covid-19 cases in our communities, DCSMEC recommends that you follow CDC guidelines for your safety and that of others.

DCSMEC Tentative Agreement (2020-2021 & 2021-2022)

DCSMEC has reached a two (2) year tentative agreement that provides money for everyone thanks to the thorough work of our Negotiating Team. They searched everywhere to locate funds, and they found innovative ways to use the federal funds available. State funding was once again diluted, so we got creative to squeeze out every penny possible.

Thanks to our Negotiating Team’s resiliency, we continued to deliberate until there was nothing left to get. DCSMEC was the last to reach a Tentative Agreement. We negotiated a comprehensive package using ESSER public dollars that puts money in your pocket and goes towards your retirement.

“Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each service man and woman who died protecting it…” On this Memorial Day, DCSMEC remembers all our veterans who gave the last measure of devotion for our freedom.

General George S. Patton once said:

“It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God such men lived…” 

Please take a moment to reflect on our fallen heroes as you enjoy this memorial weekend. 

God bless and be safe.

As we near Thanksgiving, and I reflect on 2020, we have been uniquely tested in our ability to adapt and work together. Since the start of the pandemic, our goal has been to safeguard the workforce, students, and staff.

With public health conditions rapidly changing, and much uncertainty ahead, we will continue to use the best current data and most updated science available to achieve our goals. We now have the hope of a vaccine coming soon.

Our DCSMEC family has at every turn in this pandemic adapted and provided all required assistance to sustain the welfare of our M-DCPS educational goals and priorities. Your dedicated efforts reaffirm my belief that our best day’s are yet to come.

I’m so proud of the commitment, sacrifice, and hard work you demonstrate regardless of the unique challenges this pandemic has presented. I hope you take some time to reflect on the important work you do for our students. Take a moment to reflect and remember the lives you have positively impacted throughout the year. 

Arthur and I extend our best wishes for your continued success and wish all of you a joyful and safe thanksgiving holiday.

On Labor Day, we reflect on the achievements and vital work of our DCSMEC family, who work tirelessly all year round to provide the best learning environment for our students and staff.

Our DCSMEC labor force was one of the first responders during the pandemic to leave the safety of their homes to answer all emergency DCIRT, and they wasted no time addressing never before seen challenges. I’m extremely proud of our accomplishments, allow me to highlight some of them.

We addressed air quality control measures that produced over 41,000 a/c filter changes. Maintenance initiatives have provided support to procurement, S & D, Food & Nutrition, and early Headstart, just to name a few.

Now we are working to provide touchless water bottle filling dispensers at all schools. We are leveraging technology to help administer new social distancing guidelines, and we are using mobil apps to eliminate face-to-face contact, which also reduces our paper footprint. As teachers return to the classroom, our DCSMEC workforce is there to assist with new hybrid teaching.

This Labor Day, we respect, honor, and celebrate your hard work and dedication. Everything you do contributes to our success. Arthur and I hope you have a restful and safe Labor Day weekend.

Rolando Sardinas

Business Representative 

DCSMEC RATIFICATION RESULTS (Ratification contract 2019/2020)

YES (449)                 NO (25)

Congratulations the contract passes. You can expect to see the 3% and retro sometime in September. A very special (Kudos) to Michael Phillips great job assisting DCSMEC with the online vote. Special thanks to the DCSMEC negotiating team for all the hard work and time it took to putt this contract together, it’s individuals like you that help to keep DCSMEC at the forefront of the labor movement. 

Negotiating committee members:

Rolando Sardinas (Chief Negotiator)

Arthur Bowra (Business Agent)

George Ellis (President)

Howard Horne (Vice President)

Oliver Reyes (Recording Secretary)

Curtis Green (Executive Board/Negotiaing Team)

Larry Morat (Executive Board/Negotiaing Team)

Michael Phillips (Executive Board/Negotiaing Team)

David Sears (Executive Board/Negotiaing Team)

Raymone Jones (Negotiation Team)

Carlos Vega (Negotiation Team)

Kudos to our amazing team of computer specialist, thank you:

Michael Phillips (executive Board/Region 1 & 2 Steward)

Juan Borges (Region 3 Steward)

Dennis Angel (Region 4 Steward)

Raymone Jones (Negotiaing team/Region 5 Steward)

Jeffrey Swanson (Region 6 Steward)

In closing, Arthur and I want to say thank you to the ladies and gentlemen of DCSMEC who make it the outstanding organization it is today…

VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.

Last day to VOTE, polls close at 6:00pm today. 

You need to VOTE today. The 2019/2020 ratification VOTE ends today Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at 6:00pm. Don’t wait to the last moment. VOTE now, it only takes a moment.

DCSMEC has provided a safe and accessible voting experience using your cell phone, district/personal computer, iPad or any other smart device. If you’re not sure how to VOTE, contact DCSMEC at (DCSMECBA@gmail.com). We have computer specialists standing by to assist you. They are highly trained and friendly professionals, eager to provide a helping hand.

VOTE for a better future. Your VOTE counts! DCSMEC continues its quest for excellence and a better tomorrow for all of our members. We encourage you to join us on our journey. DCSMEC for a brighter future.

VOTE today. Don’t wait, VOTE now! To all of you who have voted: We appreciate your VOTE. Thank you.

The results of the 2019/2020 tentative agreement will be posted on the DCSMEC website.

VOTE.    VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.  VOTE.  VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   

VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.

If you have not yet voted, you need to VOTE today. The 2019/2020 ratification VOTE ends tomorrow. Don’t wait to the last moment. VOTE today, it only takes a moment of your time.

DCSMEC has provided a safe and accessible voting experience using your cell phone, district/personal computer, iPad or any other smart device. If you’re not sure how to VOTE, contact DCSMEC at (DCSMECBA@gmail.com). We have computer specialists standing by to assist you. They are highly trained and friendly professionals, eager to provide a helping hand.

VOTE for a better future. Your VOTE counts! DCSMEC continues its quest for excellence and a better tomorrow for all of our members. We encourage you to join us on our journey. DCSMEC for a brighter future.

Keep in mind you need to VOTE today. Don’t wait, VOTE now! To all of you who have voted: We appreciate your VOTE. Thank you.

VOTE.    VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.  VOTE.  VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   

Voting starts today: Friday, July 31, 2020 at 7:00 am. Please check your district email for your link to vote, then follow the instructions.

Voting Instructions  1. Click on the voting link. 2. If you see a Microsoft sign-in page, provide the following information. Username: Employee#@dadeschools.net Password: (You Portal Password) 3. Once you see the ballot, select your answer and hit the submit button. You will receive a confirmation that your vote was received

If you’re experiencing problems, please send an email to (DCSMECBA@gmail.com) with your full name, employee #, cell phone and a brief message. We will have a computer specialist assist you.

Voting starts today at 7:00am and concludes Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at 6:00pm.

If the vote is ratified by Tuesday, it will go in front of the school board on Wednesday, August 12, 2020.

Do not hesitate. Hurry and VOTE, remind your fellow DCSMEC coworkers to VOTE. The VOTE only takes a moment. You could vote from anywhere using your cell phone, laptop, iPad, PC or any smart device at your disposal.

VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   VOTE.   

Information on the DCSMEC 2019/2020 Ratification VOTE starts with a Robo call on Wednesday at 6:00pm. A link to vote will be sent to your district email. All DCSMEC personnel will be allowed to vote, and we will have extended times for your voting convenience.

If you run into difficulty trying to vote, please report it immediately to DCSMEC via email (DCSMECBA@gmail.com) and we will have someone assist you. Make sure you VOTE, don’t wait to the last moment, VOTE as soon as the polls open.

VOTE.      VOTE.      VOTE.    VOTE.     VOTE.     VOTE.    VOTE.     VOTE.