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Board agrees to accept state $2,000 teacher bonus, adds $500 for support staff
Summary
The Johnson County Board of Education approved a resolution to participate in Section 4 of the Education Freedom Act and accept the state's one‑time $2,000 teacher bonus; the board also approved a locally funded $500 payment for noncertified support staff.
The Johnson County Board of Education approved a resolution to participate in Section 4 of the Education Freedom Act, accepting a one‑time, state‑funded $2,000 bonus for K‑12 teachers. Board members emphasized the vote does not equate to support for the wider voucher program; it authorizes the district to receive the bonus funding for eligible teachers.
Board discussion noted the statute’s language refers to K‑12 teachers and currently excludes pre‑K personnel. Directors said they are seeking a…
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