(EL PASO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT – November 20, 2024) — The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved a $500 one-time pay increase for eligible employees during its meeting on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.
The one-time payment will be disbursed on December 13, 2024, as part of the district’s efforts to recognize and reward the hard work of its employees. The one-time payment is approved for all pay grades up to Director-level and the estimated amount is $3.6 million, funded through the General Operating Fund.
Key Details of the Proposal:
Eligibility: Employees hired by the district on or before November 1, 2024.
Employment Status: Employees must be on a permanent (non-temporary) employment status.
Exclusions: Stipend eligibility excludes Executive Director level and above.
Fiscal Impact: The one-time payment will not carry over into the 2025–2026 school year.
“This one-time payment demonstrates our commitment to acknowledging the invaluable contributions of our employees,” said Superintendent Diana Sayavedra. “Their hard work and dedication to our students deserve recognition and appreciation.”