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Vernon Parish Schools Boost Staff Pay | Lake Charles News
Vernon Parish schools are rolling out big bonuses this fall—teachers get $2,000, support staff $1,000—thanks to a funding shift from the state to local districts. With a $1.8M–$2M cost, the district is pulling from its Minimum Foundation Program funds, a move made possible by years of smart budgeting under finance director Tim Ward. Superintendent Bartz is confident they can handle it this year, but warns that if this becomes permanent, tough financial conversations will be unavoidable. Checks are set to arrive in October. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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