2025-26 School District Budget Development News
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School Board Adoption of Resolution 2025-7, Reduced Educational Program
At the May 6 School Board Meeting, the School Board adopted Resolution 2025-8, Approval of 2025-2026 Reduced Educational Program (REP).
Recording | Presentation Slides
Read Superintendent Reyes' message to the community
2025-26 Budget Survey May Report
In late March 2025, Shoreline School District launched a 2025-26 Budget Development Survey to gather input from staff, families, students, and community members. The report below is an second presentation and analysis of the responses gathered through May 2, 2025, and comparison to responses given to a spring 2023 budget survey.
2025-26 Budget Survey May Report
School Board Adoption of Resolution 2025-7, Supplemental Levy
At the April 30 School Board Special Meeting, the School Board adopted Resolution 2025-7, Proposition 1 - Supplemental Levy for Educational Programs and Operations, which authorizes the district to place a one-year supplemental levy on the August 5, 2025 ballot. This decision follows the district’s recommendation to request the maximum amount permitted under the recent legislative change (ESHB 2049, which is pending gubernatorial approval).
Read Superintendent Reyes' message to the community
School Board Meeting Recording | Presentation Slides
Despite ongoing spending-reduction efforts, Shoreline School District, like many public school districts in Washington State, continues to face a budget shortfall, with annual expenditures outpacing revenues. For the 2025-26 school year, we have an estimated budget deficit of $6.5-8.5 million, though this figure can fluctuate. Substantial reductions will be necessary to address both immediate needs and long-term financial health.
Third-Party Budget Review
Shoreline School District enlisted a third party to provide an independent review of the financial health of the Shoreline School District. This analysis and report was provided by Sally D. McLean.
For Shoreline School District the most immediate question addressed in the report is:
Does Shoreline School District need to reduce expenditures by an additional $6.5 million to maintain financial stability in the 2025-26 school year?
In response to this question, the report states, in part, "...Shoreline School District does need to reduce expenditures and explore options to accommodate a $6.5 million shortfall for 2025-26, with consideration also given to the impacts of 2026-27 school year."
2025-26 and Beyond Budgetary Outlook Summary Report
Learn more about outside review of Shoreline School District finances and financial oversight
2025-26 Budget Survey Initial Report
In late March 2025, Shoreline School District launched a 2025-26 Budget Development Survey to gather input from staff, families, students, and community members. The report below is an initial presentation and analysis of the responses gathered through April 13, 2025, and comparison to responses given to a spring 2023 budget survey.
2025-26 Budget Survey Initial Report
Full Budget Information
Find more reports, information, board meeting recordings, and a full Budget FAQ at: ssd412.org/budget
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