The Hays CISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously on April 27 to distribute a one-time $250 check to each employee of the district in an effort to express increased appreciation during the pandemic.
“It has been one of the most trying years ever for our staff and this would be an affirmation of the job they’ve done,” Superintendent Dr. Eric Wright said.
According to the administration, not considering this option may result in higher turnover or low employee morale due to the difficulty of serving during a pandemic.
“We’re not talking five grand a person or 10 grand a person but what it says is, ‘we see you,’ said Trustee Merideth Keller. “We see you and how hard things have been.”
The COVID perseverance incentive also aims to maintain a high retention rate among the district.
“We wanted to thank our employees for all their hard work this year and every year that they have done,” Board President Esperanza Orosco said. “We know that they have taken extra duties on and they’ve had to deal with being more flexible than ever. We appreciate each and every one of you.”
Employees can expect to receive a check by mid- May 2021.
