EBR School Board Considers Teacher Pay Raise Without New Taxes

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board is considering a teacher pay raise that would increase starting salaries from $50,000 to $56,000. Board member Patrick Martin said the proposal aims to improve teacher recruitment and retention while creating more long-term salary growth opportunities. The plan would use reserve funds, projected revenue growth, and budget reallocations instead of new taxes. The board is expected to review the proposal further on June 4, with a final vote planned before July 1.