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K-12 Admin Salaries Soar in WA | Seattle News
Washington’s K-12 schools are paying directors and supervisors a whopping 33.7% more over five years—jumping from $61K to $81K on average—with superintendents seeing even steeper gains. While principals got raises too, they paled in comparison. The surge reflects growing administrative demands driven by federal mandates and state oversight, raising questions about whether this spending translates to better student outcomes. Tacoma stands out with some of the highest-paid principals and directors, though the district hasn’t responded to inquiries. This trend signals a major reallocation of…
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