District Newsroom

For Immediate Release 
Nov. 10, 2025   

Volusia County Schools and Volusia United Educators Support Settle Contract 

DELAND – Volusia County Schools and Volusia United Educators (VUE) Support have settled their contract. Highlights of the agreement include:  

• A 2% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for support staff.  

• One-time, non-reoccurring 1% stipend to all members of the bargaining unit.   

• Leave increments will be changed from one hour to 30 minutes.  

• Two days of paid bereavement leave.   

• Leave may be transferred to another employee within the bargaining unit. 

• VCS and VUE will reconvene the joint labor management committee to meet monthly throughout the 2025-26 school year. 

The next step in the process is to ratify the agreement. The tentative ratification date will occur during the week of Dec. 1. After ratification, the agreement will be presented to the Volusia County School Board for approval on Dec. 9. At that time, information regarding payment will be distributed.   

Further information regarding the ratification process will be sent soon.  

“This agreement is more than a contract. It’s a reflection of our shared values and commitment to the dedicated professionals who support our schools every day. By investing in our support staff, we are investing in the strength, stability, and success of every classroom in Volusia County,” said Superintendent Dr. Carmen Balgobin. “From increased pay to expanded leave options, this agreement demonstrates our continued focus on valuing and empowering our employees.” 

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Volusia County Schools’ vision is to create life-long learners prepared for an ever-changing global society. The VCS Strategic Plan: www.vcsedu.org/strategic-plan.      

Media Contact:   
Danielle Johnson  
Community Information Services   
Volusia County Schools 386-734-7190, ext. 20234