Board approves $1,000-per-semester addendum for certified special education teachers
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Board voted unanimously to authorize a $1,000-per-semester addendum for certified special education teachers, retroactive to the start of the school year, to recognize increased workload and high‑needs caseloads; the superintendent said funds are available in the budget.
The Bullhead City School Board approved an addendum Nov. 20 providing certified special education teachers a $1,000 payment per semester, retroactive to the beginning of the 2025–26 school year.
Dr. Stewart presented the recommendation, saying special education enrollment in the district is 17% — above the state average of 12% — and that many special education classrooms exceed policy capacity. She told the board this addendum would replace an older $750 semester IEP‑tied payment and would recognize day‑to‑day work "not just their work with IEPs, but the day to day work that they do with kids." The superintendent said the district can cover the cost in its budget.
A board member moved to approve the addendum; the motion was seconded and passed with the board members voting in favor. The item was recorded as approved without recorded dissent.
Board members discussed implementation timing and budget coverage; Dr. Stewart said she would ensure funds are available. The change was presented as both a recruitment and retention step given competitive pay in neighboring districts.
The board directed staff to proceed with implementation and to communicate the change to affected teachers and sites.