Willows Unified approves a 5% raise for classified staff

What happened

The district approved a 5% increase to the classified salary schedule, effective July 1, 2026. The schedule covers classified pay ranges 22–48, including hourly rates from $18.78 to $35.72 at step 1.

Why it matters to families

The increase changes pay for district classified employees, including staff who support students and school operations. It is a districtwide compensation change rather than a proposal still awaiting board action.

The evidence

The AB 1200 disclosure states that the Governing Board took action to approve the CSEA agreement on November 5, 2026. The accompanying classified salary schedule identifies a 5% increase effective July 1, 2026; its listed step-1 rates range from $18.78 to $35.72 per hour across ranges 22–48. Documents 146752 and 146754.

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