Mississippi Explained News Quiz: Will Mississippi teachers get a pay raise?

By Mississippi Today | Originally published by Mississippi Today

Welcome to Mississippi Explained, our weekly news quiz to test your knowledge of this week’s news. 🧠

What should you know about teacher pay raise so far?

• After months of back-and-forth, lawmakers agreed to give Mississippi teachers and other educators a $2,000 raise.
• The bill awaits Gov. Tate Reeves’ consideration.
• Prior to the bill going into negotiations, the Senate proposed a $6,000 raise spaced out over three years while the House proposed a one-time $5,000 raise. 
• Some teachers told Mississippi Today they’re disappointed with the final number.

READ MORE: Lawmakers strike deal on lower, $2,000 teacher pay raise. Educators say they ‘desperately need’ more

Quiz question: When was the last time Mississippi teachers received a pay raise?

Email your answer to newsletter@mississippitoday.org with your first name and last initial, and we’ll shout you out in the next quiz post.

Last week’s answer: Two-thirds majority vote in both chambers

Congratulations to last week’s winners: Susie B., Billy D., and Ermea R.

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