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SVSU School Board // 6-3-26
Thursday, Jun 4, 2026
Teacher and Support Staff Collective Bargaining Agreements Ratified
The board discussed and ratified the teacher collective bargaining agreement for the 2026-2028 period. Key provisions include a 3.75% salary increase plus step per year, alterations to sick leave, retirement payout adjustments, prepaid course and conference reimbursements, changes to vacancy posting, and an increase in mentor pay from $500 to $1,000. The support staff collective bargaining agreement, also a two-year contract, was ratified, featuring a nuanced pay increase averaging approximately 5%, with emphasis on paraprofessional and intensive needs positions. Other changes include adjustments to sick day usage and payment for retirement.
Board Discusses CISA Formation and Merger Study Mandates
The board discussed upcoming legislative changes regarding the formation of Cooperative Educational Service Areas (CISAs) and the initiation of merger studies for supervisory unions. The CISA will provide services to a collection of supervisory unions, with delegates appointed by September. The merger study, facilitated by the state, requires school boards to designate a member by September 1st, with the first meeting by October 1st, and a report due September 1st, 2027. Both initiatives are time-sensitive and require significant board and administrative capacity.
Board Approves Pay Increases and Names New Assistant Superintendent
The board voted to approve pay contracts for administrative and non-administrative staff for the fiscal year 2026-2027. Administrative pay contracts will increase by 3.75%, and non-administrative pay contracts will increase by 5%. Additionally, Beth Lord was named Assistant Superintendent.
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