MOU for Step and COLA

We are pleased to announce that a new agreement has been successfully reached between the Office of Professional Employees (OPE) and Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) regarding salary compensation. Key highlights of the agreement include: Year 2 of the Agreement: Effective January 1, 2026 (FY26), all BCPSOPE represented employees shall advance one step on their…

Telework

Telework Summer 2025 Form

A Telework Summer 2025 Form has been created by HR to streamline the request process. Quick turnaround by COB Friday, May 23, 2025. Read carefully and ask questions before you submit. Be sure to check the box “Send me a copy of my responses”. Once submitted, the employee’s immediate supervisor/department head will be emailed for…

Farewell and Gratitude

A Message from our President, Nick Argyros As I end my tenure after an incredible 10-year journey with OPE, in which I served two years as VP and the past eight years as President, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for what we have achieved together. Working on initiatives to serve our members…

Introducing the new Executive Board

We are pleased to announce the newly elected members of the Executive Board for Baltimore County Public Schools Organization of Professional Employees (BCPSOPE). These individuals have been chosen to lead our bargaining unit and represent our collective interests over the next term. Please join us in congratulating and welcoming them into their new roles: President:…