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Paraeducators, classified staff press Cajon Valley board to raise hours and pay
Summary
Multiple paraeducators and classified staff testified that a 2% tentative raise is insufficient, urged an increase from 6 to 6.5 working hours to qualify for insurance and described hardship from low wages; union reps urged the board to budget for livable wages and better benefits.
A succession of paraeducators, classified staff and union representatives told the Cajon Valley Union School District board that current compensation and benefits leave many staff unable to make ends meet, urging immediate changes to hours and pay.
Annette Powell, a Vista Grande paraeducator, told trustees she works six hours and requested a change to 6.5 hours so she and others would qualify for district insurance. "I'm asking the board for help to change our hours from 6 to 6 and a half hours. This will…
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