TISD employees to get boost in December paycheck

TYLER — Saying “It has been an extraordinary time for everyone,” Tyler ISD officials will be giving a retention stipend to eligible employees in December. Provided they were hired before November 1, 2021, teachers and nurses will get $1,000, other professionals will receive $750, and $500 will go to paras and manual trades workers. The move was recently approved by school trustees. According to a news release, school officials want the employees “to know that we appreciate their dedication and hope they will stay with us long term.” The stipend is from the ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief) funds the district received to help with a variety of areas, including retention of employees.