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Waco ISD board approves 2026–2027 pay plan with 2% and 4% GPIs, $500 retention bonus
Summary
The Waco ISD Board unanimously approved the 2026–2027 Compensation Manual, including 2% general pay increases for teachers and administrators, 4% for paraprofessionals and auxiliary staff, and a $500 retention bonus to be paid in December.
The Waco Independent School District Board of Trustees voted unanimously on June 18 to adopt the 2026–2027 Compensation Manual, approving step adjustments and a one-time retention payment for employees.
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Dr. Ronnita Carridine presented the proposal recommending a 2% general pay increase (GPI) based on midpoint for teachers and administrative/professional staff, and a 4% GPI for paraprofessional and auxiliary staff. The package also includes a $500 December retention bonus for all employees. Jim Patton made the motion to approve the manual and Jeremy Davis seconded; the motion passed 6-0.
The approval was presented alongside budget updates and projections shared by Chief Financial Officer Sherry Smith. The action implements districtwide salary adjustments ahead of the 2026–2027 school year and is intended to address competitive pay and retention concerns.
