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Scott County Education Association urges board to consider 5% teacher pay increase
Summary
A representative of the Scott County Education Association asked the board during public comment to budget an additional 5% pay increase for teachers for the upcoming year to aid recruitment and retention.
Mike Davis, speaking as a representative of the Scott County Education Association, thanked the board for an 8% raise granted last year and asked the board to consider an additional 5% raise for teachers for the upcoming school year to help recruit and retain staff.
Nut graf: The public comment urged the board to prioritize teacher compensation during budget deliberations, framing pay increases as necessary to stay competitive with other districts and maintain teacher retention.
Davis said the 8% increase authorized last year was a positive step but that Scott County should continue to be competitive to attract and retain high-quality educators. "This raise is not just fair compensation, it's about sending a powerful message to our educators, our students, and our community," he said during the public-comment period.
He asked the board to look for funds in the upcoming budget process and said the combined effect of last year's 8% plus a proposed additional 5% would help Scott County remain competitive. Davis described low participation in recent new-teacher orientation as a sign the district needs to redouble retention efforts.
Ending: The board did not take action on the request during public comment; members acknowledged the remarks and continued to agenda business.
