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Board approves first reading of long‑term substitute pay and holiday policy; district celebrates improved assessment results
Summary
On first reading the board approved policy changes to speed pay progression for long‑term substitutes and to clarify holiday pay for year‑round staff; the district reported higher assessment rankings and approved a resolution thanking staff, students and families.
The Pendleton County Schools Board approved on first reading proposed changes to the policy manual that redefine long‑term substitute pay progression and add holiday‑pay language for year‑round staff. The superintendent said the changes are retroactive to the start of school and will be returned for a second reading at a later meeting.
Under the proposed substitute policy, a long‑term substitute — defined as a posted vacancy expected to extend — becomes eligible for a higher pay tier more quickly (the superintendent…
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