Some districts are scrambling to fill key positions, with some planning work-arounds in the event they aren't able to hire more educators.
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“Because of the proximity of the neighboring school districts, it’s very easy for a staff member just to opt to go to another school district, and there were vacancies at the surrounding school districts,” Ramirez said. “So, I think the fact that staff know that Southside is one of the highest paid school districts in the area is something that helps them decide to stay.
to teach, including bilingual teachers from Mexico. Other classes could end up with long-term substitutes. Over 1,000 substitute teachers went through training at the end of July. The shortage of bilingual teachers comes despite the district offering one of the highest stipends to the educators in the region. It reflects a statewide challenge,, which has advocated for more funding and resources from the state to address the issue.
in reference to Abbott’s accusation. “Nobody is pushing any agenda. You are spreading a false narrative! These words disparage the sacrifices each teacher makes over a lifetime!”
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