The South Glens Falls Central School District Board of Education voted on Monday, March 24, to approve the new South Glens Falls Faculty Association (SGFFA) contract. The board voted 6 to 0 (with three absent) to approve the contract that was ratified by the SGFFA members on March 3, 2025. The contract covers the period of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2030.
“The work that the members of the SGFFA do day in and day out for our schools and our students is invaluable to this district,” said Superintendent of Schools Kristine Orr. “This contract represents a fair and equitable outcome for both our SGFFA employees and taxpayers.”
The newly approved contract introduces a streamlined salary schedule, transitioning from a four-column format to a more efficient two-column structure, with a 2% step increase. This change — coupled with salary increases between 1.5% to 1.8% after the first year — ensures that our teachers receive competitive and fair compensation for their dedication and hard work.
“The South Glens Falls Faculty Association is very appreciative of the district’s proactive approach to initiating negotiations early. This approach ensured both a swift and smooth contract ratification,” SGFFA Chief Negotiator Jody Sheldon remarked. “This contract delivers substantial gains for our employees, while thoughtfully balancing and honoring the fiscal responsibilities and concerns of our taxpayers.”
The contract additionally adjusts work days and schedules for all K-12 teachers, enhancing the overall educational experience for students. This contract will also introduce program assistants for athletics.
SGFFA members will continue to participate in health insurance plans sponsored by the Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex (WSWHE) BOCES consortium. Significant improvements have also been made to health insurance contributions, with the Alt PPO increasing to 22% and the Health Reimbursement Arrangement contribution rising to 14% by the end of the contract. Spousal insurance contributions will see an increase after age 65, and future retirees will transition to the HRA plan at age 65 if not already enrolled.
Furthermore, stipends for chaperone and non-instructional duties will increase to $30 per hour, while instructional compensation beyond the workday or year will rise to $50 per hour. These enhancements reflect our commitment to providing comprehensive benefits and fair compensation for the invaluable contributions of our educators.