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Humble ISD board approves 2026–27 compensation plan, including 3% across‑the‑board raise and targeted lifts for bus drivers and principals
Summary
Trustees approved a 2026–27 compensation plan that recommends a 3% general increase for staff, targeted market adjustments (including an 8% lift for bus drivers and a $1,600 incentive), and one‑time funding for special education needs; adopted by voice vote 7–0.
The Humble Independent School District board on Monday approved the administration’s proposed 2026–27 compensation plan and budget overview, backing a 3% general wage increase for staff and a set of targeted adjustments the district says are needed to remain competitive.
Finance staff presented a budget projection of roughly $560 million in recurring operating revenue and about $559.5 million in recurring expenditures. The administration identified a $122.7 million compensation line that would fund an average 3% raise and additional position reviews.
“Providing a 3% raise puts us in a really strong position with our staff to retain and attract employees,” the presenter said, noting the district already had improved teacher pay over the last two years. Trustees also approved targeted increases intended to address market shortages: an 8% overall lift for bus drivers and bus aides plus a $1,600 annual incentive tied in part to attendance and safety metrics; a 4% lift for custodians; and a 6% increase for high‑school principals to address market positioning.
The proposal includes a $750,000 allocation for special‑education needs (the administration said the specific uses are still being refined) and about $3.2 million in proposed one‑time items, including stipends and safety and equipment purchases. The presenters also outlined options for a Kelsey‑Seybold plan within the district’s health offerings and noted the district’s health plan participation rate of 77%.
Board members asked about marketing and timing to support retention and recruitment; the administration said communications and recruitment work would begin immediately if trustees approved. After discussion, a motion to adopt the compensation plan passed by voice vote, recorded as 7–0.
Next steps: full budget adoption is expected at the board’s June meeting, and staff said they will return with additional detail on child nutrition and debt‑service items related to the overall budget.
