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Friday, May 22, 2026

The Gainesville Ledger

Education

Alachua County School Board wrestles with tight budget amid low teacher pay concerns

The Alachua County School Board is facing difficult budget decisions driven in part by longstanding concerns about low teacher compensation. Florida passed legislation in 2020 to raise the minimum base salary for teachers, but funding pressures continue to strain local school district finances.

Sources: WUFT News

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