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Atlanta Public Schools (APS) has announced plans to implement significant salary increases for essential frontline employees starting in the 2025-2026 school year. The initiative includes a 10% salary increase for bus drivers, custodians, and paraprofessionals, as well as adjustments for school nurses. The total estimated financial outlay for these raises is $9.3 million, reflecting APS’s commitment to enhancing employee welfare and staff retention. Superintendent Dr. Bryan Johnson highlighted the Board’s support for these financial initiatives, which aim to improve morale and the educational environment for students.

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Atlanta Public Schools (APS) has unveiled plans to implement significant salary increases for essential frontline employees starting in the 2025-2026 school year. The initiative aims to provide financial relief and recognition to crucial staff members, including bus drivers, custodians, and paraprofessionals, who will receive a 10% salary increase. Additionally, school nurses will also benefit from pay adjustments, with registered nurses obtaining a 1% raise and licensed practical nurses securing a 2% raise.

The total financial outlay for these salary increases is estimated at $9.3 million, signifying a strategic reallocation of budget resources in preparation for the upcoming fiscal year. In addition to the specified raises, all APS employees can anticipate a step increase in their pay for the forthcoming school year. This comprehensive salary adjustment reflects APS’s commitment to enhancing the welfare of its staff amid a fluctuating fiscal landscape.

Previously, in the last fiscal year, APS made headlines by granting teachers an 11% salary increase, the largest raise for educators in over a decade. These measures are part of a broader initiative to ensure that employees feel valued and adequately compensated for their essential roles within the education system.

APS serves a large student body of approximately 50,000 students across 87 campuses, which includes traditional neighborhood schools, charter schools, and alternative programs. The decision to increase salaries is a key component of APS’s strategy to improve staff retention and recruitment in an increasingly competitive education sector.

As part of the ongoing efforts, APS Superintendent Dr. Bryan Johnson has expressed appreciation for the Atlanta Board of Education’s unwavering support for financial initiatives aimed at bolstering staff morale and dedication. The plan is to implement these pay raises at a date to be determined, just before the new school year, which is slated to commence on Monday, August 4.

Overall, these salary adjustments reflect APS’s mission to not only support its employees but also to enhance the overall educational environment for students. The commitment to fair compensation is expected to positively impact both staff performance and student outcomes, contributing to a thriving academic community.

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