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Teachers Struggle Despite New Raise | Durham News
North Carolina just handed teachers an average 8% raise — a major win after last year’s budget collapse left them behind the national pay curve. But with inflation and healthcare costs soaring, many educators still can’t afford to keep up, some even eyeing exits from the classroom. Compounding the strain: teachers spend over $1,600 annually out of pocket on supplies — until new programs step in to cover those essentials. Still, for many, these fixes aren’t enough to ease the financial squeeze and keep them in education long-term. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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