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IBB debates rapid master’s‑degree movement and salary placement; options include pacing moves, intent filings and AP incentives
Summary
Members raised concerns about rapid attainment of graduate credits and full master’s degrees through accelerated or online programs, and discussed options to slow year‑to‑year salary jumps, require intent filings, or incentivize movement to the state’s Advanced Professional rung to capture state funding.
Moscow — IBB members discussed an emerging pattern in which some certified staff obtain master’s credits or full master’s degrees rapidly through online or accelerated programs, producing rapid movement on the district salary schedule and an unforeseen budgetary impact.
District staff said the state recognizes accredited programs that can be completed quickly; the district currently has no mechanism to limit how many salary schedule lanes an employee may move in a single year. Participants described…
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