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Superintendent reports near-universal staff contract renewals for 2025–26

Vernonia School District 47J Board of Directors · February 18, 2025
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Summary

Superintendent reported that contract valuations are complete and recommended renewing contracts for 100% of staff except the one resignation; the board praised improved retention and staff efforts.

During the Feb. 13 meeting the superintendent said all contract valuations are complete and that recommendations are in: "We've got a 100% of our staff, that, we're renewing those contracts, with the exception of that 1, resignation." Board members praised the staff and noted this level of retention is unprecedented in recent years for the district.

Board discussion framed the retention as a team effort involving the superintendent, business manager and teachers. The superintendent also noted meetings with a senator's office and Columbia Health Center to explore grant options for expanded school-based health and mental-health supports.