5 Year Financial Outcome

The 5 year financial outcome of the district was presented at the February 23rd board meeting revealing that the district will be in a deficit by FY29. A new levy in the spring of 2027 or an earned income tax were discussed.

❋ Responsible Staffing Plan

84.5% of district expenses are wages and benefits. If additional funds are not secured through a levy or other source, 125 positions would have to be cut.

❋ Class Sizes

Current class sizes may increase because of deficit.

24:1 for K-1 could increase to 26+

26:1 for 2-3 could increase to 28+

28:1 for 4-5 could increase to 30+

❋ Class Offerings

IB programs may be eliminated as well as a reduction in high school and middle school class offerings. Classes with low enrollment may also be eliminated if cuts are required.

❋ Special Services

The number of students requiring specialized learning programs (IEP, 504) has increased from 12.1% in 2019 to 15% in 2025, a total of 535 students..