After waiting for the Texas Legislature to take action on teacher pay (they still haven’t), the Paris ISD Board of Trustees approved a 3 percent pay increase for teachers at the Board meeting on Monday night.
This is a minimum raise, and legislative action could possibly lead to higher salaries.
All other employees will see pay increases next year, as well.
Although medical insurance premiums for the copay plan are increasing monthly from $421 per employee to $485, the Board also approved a recommendation to continue paying the premium cost up to $485, depending on the coverage selected.
Without additional state funding, some of the costs of these pay increases and insurance premiums must be paid for with the district’s fund balance.
“We are hopeful that the Legislature will take appropriate action during their special session to replace this deficit budget, and we are thankful that our Board recognizes the important role that each employee plays to make our district great,” said the school online.
