Horry County Schools board OKs $1.14B 2025-26 spending plan that hikes teacher pay

Horry County Schools board OKs $1.14B 2025-26 spending plan that hikes teacher pay

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) -- Horry County Schools' governing board on Monday approved a $1.14 billion budget for 2025-26 that includes teacher pay raises and more special education spending. "Investing in educators means investing in excellence. That's why we are recommending higher pay for Horry County teachers," Superintendent Clifford Jones told board members last month. "This budget reflects our deep commitment to retaining and recruiting to…

Horry County Schools passes $1.14B budget with higher teacher pay

The Horry County Board of Education passed the 2025-26 Horry County Schools budget, which totals $1.14 billion. Howard Barnard the District 5 representative, was the only "no" vote.