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Parents and teachers urge the Pinellas board to address substitute pay, nonrenewals and a classroom antisemitism complaint
Summary
During public comment the board heard concerns about low substitute pay and shortages, teacher nonrenewals and employee morale, and a reported antisemitic remark in a history class; speakers asked the district to follow up with affected families and staff.
Several members of the public used the April 14 comment period to press the board on staffing and climate issues. Lisa Jones, a retired teacher who now substitutes in the district, said substitute staffing shortages are common and that middle-school substitutes earn $16.33 an hour after a recent reduction; she argued the rate is insufficient with Florida’s minimum wage…
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