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Paraprofessionals urge Brockton School Committee for livable wage as deductions rise
Brockton School Committee · January 5, 2026
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Summary
Paraprofessionals and community members told the Brockton School Committee a 2% raise does not offset rising deductions and health-care costs, with speakers warning that low pay risks losing staff and harming students.
Paraprofessionals, students and parents addressed the Brockton School Committee during the public comment period, urging higher pay and better protections for school staff.
Adrian Wish, a paraprofessional with nearly 30 years in the system, said she saw take-home pay drop after deductions rose and that a 2% raise recommended by the district would not cover…
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