Greene County School Board Approves Negotiated Agreement with GCEA

The school board also approved a budget guarantee, student driving permits, and updates to the high school student handbook.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 3:31pm

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The Greene County School Board met in regular session and approved a negotiated agreement with the Greene County Education Association that included a $1,250 increase in teacher salaries. The board also approved several other items, including a budget guarantee, student driving permits, fundraiser requests, and updates to the high school student handbook.

Why it matters

The school board's approval of the negotiated agreement with the teachers' union is an important step in maintaining positive labor relations and ensuring fair compensation for educators in the district. The other approvals, such as the budget guarantee and student handbook updates, demonstrate the board's commitment to supporting the district's operations and providing opportunities for students.

The details

During the meeting, varsity head football coach Caden Duncan addressed the board about the decision to not allow up to $10,000 from the general fund to be used for safety equipment. The board then held a public hearing on the 2026-27 school calendar, which included changes to parent-teacher conferences and a professional development day. The board also approved various student driving permits, fundraiser requests, a budget guarantee, and an employee sick leave request. Additionally, the board ratified the negotiated agreement with the Greene County Education Association, which included a $1,250 increase in teacher salaries.

  • The Greene County School Board met in regular session on Wednesday, March 12, 2026.
  • The board approved the 2026-27 school calendar following a public hearing.
  • The board ratified the negotiated agreement with the Greene County Education Association during this meeting.

The players

Caden Duncan

Varsity head football coach who addressed the board about the decision to not allow up to $10,000 from the general fund to be used for safety equipment.

Brett Abbotts

Superintendent of the Greene County School District.

Connie Boyd

A member of the Greene County School Board who abstained from voting on the negotiated agreement due to having two family members on staff.

Lisa Garrett

A staff member who opted for retirement and was recognized for her long service to the district.

Greene County Education Association (GCEA)

The teachers' union that negotiated the agreement with the Greene County School Board.

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