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The Real Story Behind the Superintendent's Pay | Albany Georgia News
The $70K raise myth? It’s a numbers game. What looked like a massive jump was really comparing partial-year pay to full-year contracts plus benefit tweaks — and state salary portals aren’t always reliable. This isn’t just Lee County’s problem — it’s a statewide tracking mess. The board says they paid top dollar to keep a proven leader in a tough market, citing strong academic and financial results. But there’s a twist: the new contract removes termination caps, meaning the district could owe the full remaining value if she leaves — resetting yearly. The real story? More nuanced than headlines…
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