‘Historic’: Kansas City Public Schools Teachers Win 5% Raise

Kansas City Public Schools teachers received a 5% base salary raise under a new collective bargaining agreement with their union, the Kansas City Federation of Teachers. The raise, called 'historic' by Superintendent Jennifer Collier, raises starting salaries to $50,558 annually. The agreement also includes 5% raises for classified and child nutrition staff and lasts until July 1, 2029, with annual negotiation rights.