The Detroit school board approved a new two-year contract for teachers Tuesday that increases their salaries, includes new language on AI use, and gives more money for teachers to participate in professional development.
More than 5,000 people belong to the Detroit Federation of Teachers, including teachers, paraprofessionals, academic interventionists, and psychologists, among other school staff. The new contract covers the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years.
The board also approved a contract for the Detroit Association of Educational Office Employees. The two-year contract includes a 3% pay raise for fiscal years 2027 and 2028, along with a $2,000 annual retention bonus and a $1,500 longevity bonus for those with experience of 10 years or more…