Superintendent Pay Amid School Closures | Portland News

Portland Public Schools just gave Superintendent Dr. Kimberlee Armstrong a three percent pay raise — bumping her salary to $344,792 — as the district braces for a $50 million budget shortfall and potential closure of up to 20 schools. While some board members argue the raise is necessary to keep her competitive with other districts, critics question the timing amid financial strain and school closures. The teachers union, which just received a 1% cost-of-living increase, warns this could set a dangerous precedent ahead of their own contract talks — especially after their 2023 strike. With equity and fiscal responsibility at odds, Portland’s schools face mounting pressure to balance leadership compensation with community needs. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6a43d9777cc69239