La Grande SD 1 flags staff experience reporting error that could require repayment
Feb 25, 2026
Superintendent George Mendoza told the board the staff experience reporting review shows an overcount equal to 61 years of teacher experience that may require the district to repay up to $500,000; he said he will work with IMESD Superintendent Mark Mulvihill to resolve it.
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Superintendent George Mendoza informed the La Grande SD 1 board that a review of staff experience reporting found errors with financial implications. Mendoza said the district is currently showing 61 years more teacher experience than it should, and that the overage could require repayment potentially totaling up to $500,000.
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