Rockwall, TX (November 18, 2025) – The Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution Monday at the monthly Board meeting authorizing a one-time incentive payment for all current full-time, permanent employees as a result of the recent passage of the Voter-Approved Tax Ratification Election (VATRE). This payment reflects the VATRE-funded increase employees will also receive permanently in their salaries beginning in 2026–2027. The Superintendent is not included in this compensation.
This action delivers on the Board’s commitment that VATRE funds would be used exactly as communicated to support teachers and staff. The Board’s action ensures that the portion dedicated to staff compensation goes directly to employees, reinforcing transparency and trust with the Rockwall ISD community.
The same VATRE-funded amount will be included in their salaries next school year, counting toward Teacher Retirement System (TRS) credit.
Press release submitted by Luci Mouton, Rockwall ISD, edited for publication in Blue Ribbon News.
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