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Superintendent's contract renewed to 2028 with a raise
What happened
On August 28, 2025, the board voted 8-1 to approve a new contract for Superintendent Dr. Jermall Wright running through 2028, with a 5% raise to $271,776.96 a year.
Why it matters to families
The superintendent runs the district's day-to-day operations and sets the direction for every school. Extending his contract and pay keeps him in that role for three more years.
The evidence
The August 28, 2025 board meeting minutes record the motion 'to approve the Superintendent's contract with the salary of $271,776.96, a five percent raise,' carried 8-1.
The source
August 28, 2025 board meeting minutesSee the full record for Little Rock School District.
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