How much will the new Fort Worth superintendent earn? Here’s his contract
The Fort Worth school district’s new state-appointed superintendent will earn a base salary of $360,000 per year, according to the contract approved by the Board of Managers on Tuesday.
The contract was approved by the state-appointed board in a 9-0 vote.
“I wholly and strongly believe that ratifying this contract and the changes and efforts that Dr. Licata and his team are making will have strongly positive impacts on the students of Fort Worth ISD,” said board member Frost Prioleau.
“We’re not having to guess whether or not this contract is good for kids or whether Dr. Licata is good for kids,” said board president Pete Geren. “Dr. Licata is good for kids.”
Licata began leading the FWISD March 24, when the Texas Education Agency appointed him as superintendent as part of a state takeover of thel district. As part of the takeover, the TEA also replaced the elected school board with an appointed Board of Managers. The changes were made after a now-closed Fort Worth campus received five consecutive failed ratings from the state, triggering a state law requiring the closure of the campus or a takeover of the district.
In addition to the base salary, Licata will receive a $1,000 car allowance. The school district will also pay the medical insurance premiums for Licata and any of his family members who qualify for coverage. Beginning July 1, 2027, Licata will receive “an increase in salary equal to the highest percentage raise given to the District’s teachers,” according to the contract. Licata will also receive $300 a month to pay for personal communication devices. The district will also reimburse Licata for the cost of the annual premium of a life insurance policy.
Licata’s performance will be reviewed annually on or before Oct. 31 of each year. Licata’s performance will be evaluated in a closed meeting unless he requests it be done in an open meeting, according to the contract.
