In addressing the issue of teacher salaries, it’s imperative that we approach the matter with not just an understanding of how paramount educators are to our society but also with actionable strategies that bring about real, positive change. The crux of the problem lies not only in the fact that teachers are underpaid relative to their importance and impact on future generations but also in their comparative earnings against other professions that require similar levels of education and commitment. To fix teacher salaries effectively, I propose a multi-faceted strategy that considers funding, respect for the teaching profession, and long-term sustainability. …