Understanding Teacher Retention Bonuses
in MNPS

About the Research

This study investigates whether teacher retention bonuses used across MNPS schools are effective and whether the bonus amounts offered are sufficient to impact retention rates in hard-to-staff schools. 

Study Team Members

Nicole Mader  (VU – Senior Research Associate)
Stone Dawson (VU – Former Doctoral Student; Graduated 2024)
Laquita Stribling (MNPS – Executive Officer of Strategy and Performance Management)
Krista Davis (MNPS – Director, Research and Evaluation)

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