Frequently Asked Questions / Red Flags
What is the first paycheck date for the 2023-2024 school year?
The first paycheck for the 2023-2024 school year is Thursday, September 7, 2023.
What do I do if I think there's been a violation with the contract?
If you feel that there has been a violation against the contract, you should check the information in the contract. If you still feel there's a violation, you can speak to your building rep for clarification.
What do I do if I am called into a meeting with administration?
Ask if the meeting is exploratory or disciplinary. You have the right to request a building rep to be in on the meeting. The building rep will take notes and stop the meeting should need be.
What do I do if I am asked to do something that I feel is in violation of the contract?
You should do whatever is asked. Then, you should bring it to the attention of your building rep and the HEA officers as soon as possible.
What do I do if my dues are not deducted from my paycheck?
Dues are listed in your paycheck deductions as "Dues" (this is not the same as the MTRS, which is the Massachusetts Teacher Retirement System)
If you have questions regarding dues, immediately contact the HEA Treasurer, Kris Langan.
What do I do if my Health Insurance is not deducted from my paycheck?
If you have questions regarding health insurance, contact the Treasurer's Office at Town Hall.
Whom do I contact for clarification on how many sick days or personal days I have?
You can contact Jenn Allard (jnallard@hudson.k12.ma.us) or Emily Osborne (enosborne@hudson.k12.ma.us) at Central Office for clarification on this.
Do personal days have to get approved?
Personal days should be put into Frontline just like sick days. You do not need to say what the personal day will be used for. One personal day may be used immediately before or after holidays or vacation periods for the purpose of extending the holiday or vacation period (excluding Labor Day). Bargaining unit members may only request to extend a holiday or vacation by one day once per school year. Personal time not extending a holiday or vacation period may be used consecutively (See Article 19 A-1 of the contract).
Where can I find the link for the MTA (Massachusetts Teachers Association) website?
You can reach the MTA website (massteacher.org) by clicking HERE.
Who do I contact about a name change?
You can click this link https://massteacher.org/contact-us to contact MTA to change personal information. In district, contact HPS Human Resources.
Where can I find the Hudson Public Schools website?
The Hudson Public Schools website can be found by clicking HERE.
When can I enroll in or make changes to my 403(b) plan?
You can enroll or make changes to the 403(b) plan at any time.
How do I change my name/address with Hudson Public Schools?
You can contact Jenn Allard (jnallard@hudson.k12.ma.us) or Emily Osborne (enosborne@hudson.k12.ma.us) at Central Office for clarification on this.
Where can I find the link for the Town of Hudson website?
You can reach the Town of Hudson website by clicking HERE.
Where can I find information about my employment health and dental benefits?
Information regarding health and dental benefits as a town employee can be found on the Town of Hudson website or by clicking HERE.
If you still have questions, please contact your building rep(s) or HEA Leadership.