Atlanta Public Schools Teacher Pay Raise Approved in 2025 Budget

Atlanta Public Schools Teachers Get Raise.

The Atlanta Board of Education on Monday approved the 2025 Atlanta Public Schools budget, which includes an 11% increase in teacher pay and a 3% to 5% cost-of-living adjustment for district staff.

This is the largest salary increase for teachers approved by the school board since 2009.

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“This significant salary increase will have a positive impact on our teachers, which was a priority throughout the budget process,” said Board President Mitchell. “I appreciate the work of the Budget Committee with Superintendent Battle, as well as the participation of each Board member in the process. The budget is an important lever the school board has to improve student achievement and teacher morale, and we must ensure it aligns with our priorities and needs to have the greatest impact on our students.

Other highlights of the approved budget for the 2024 to 2025 school year include $11.8 million for the superintendent’s “Readers are Leaders” initiative to ensure all students read on grade level, 9 million for special education and $15.4 million for a new in-house nutrition program. , and $720,00 for safety and security.

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