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TAs in Springs Say Salaries Were Lowered Without Warning

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Springs School teaching assistant Larissa Davidson, who has been with the district for 16 years, addresses the board of education during its Tuesday night meeting, October 10.

Springs School teaching assistant Larissa Davidson, who has been with the district for 16 years, addresses the board of education during its Tuesday night meeting, October 10.

Desirée Keegan on Oct 11, 2023
Jessica Megginson, a prekindergarten teaching assistant who was hired by Springs School during the COVID-19 pandemic, said that after three years, a $2,500 raise given at the start of her... more

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