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MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. — Martin County teachers are close to becoming the highest paid on the Treasure Coast.

On Tuesday, the school board voted unanimously to ratify an agreement that would boost starting pay. Martin County teachers set to receive raises

We first told you about the potential salary increases last week. Teacher union president Matthew Theobald said the goal is to keep the district competitive.

“Our teachers helped this district earn an ‘A’ grade, and it since to know that grade ‘A’ teachers are going to be getting grade ‘A’ salaries,” said Theobald.

The boost in salaries is costing the district nearly $1 million and brings their starting salary to $51,300.

“There are certain areas where Martin County has historically lacked behind our neighbors and what this propo

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