The De Queen Board of Education approved an approximate $600,000 self-funded investment in employee salaries, representing the largest self-funded investment in employees in the history of the De Queen School District.
As part of the district’s ongoing commitment to supporting its workforce, certified staff will receive a 3% salary increase. The approved plan also includes the addition of a pay step for veteran teachers, recognizing their experience and continued dedication to student success. With these changes, De Queen Public Schools is now the top-paying school district within its cooperative service area.
Classified staff will receive a 1.5% salary increase this year. When combined with the 1.5% increase approved last year, classified staff have received a total 3% pay increase over the past two years.
This action reflects the Board’s continued focus on maintaining competitive compensation and investing in the people who support daily operations and student learning across the district.
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