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Fort Worth ISD to pay Karen Molinar at least $412K in separation deal
Summary by The Fort Worth Editorial Desk Matthew Sgroi , as published by Fort Worth Report
· July 14, 2026
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Key takeaway The value of the leave days is based on Molinar's base salary of $360,000.
A separation deal has been approved for former Fort Worth ISD Superintendent Karen Molinar. The agreement includes a payment of at least $412,000, plus benefits, to Molinar. This amount is comprised of one year of salary and benefits, as well as compensation for accrued but unused vacation and personal leave days.
The value of the leave days is based on Molinar's base salary of $360,000. The total payment could be higher due to the inclusion of benefits and a long-term service incentive. The state-appointed board of managers approved the agreement on June 23, three months after Molinar was replaced as district leader during the state takeover.
Further details of the agreement are available from the Fort Worth ISD.
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Category: government Published: July 14, 2026 Source: Fort Worth Report Reading time: 1 min
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