CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools officials are sounding the alarm on teacher compensation, warning that low salaries combined with rising living costs are driving experienced educators out of the district.
CMS Superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill joined county leaders this week in calling for immediate action on teacher pay, emphasizing the connection between competitive salaries and quality education.
“We must recruit and retain the most talented educators,” Hill said. “Our goal is to get teachers at least to the minimum living wage.”…