Draft Reduced Educational Program Presented

At the April 1, 2025, School Board meeting, a first reading of a draft Reduced Educational Program (REP) was presented. The recording can be viewed here: Draft REP Presentation.

The draft REP has been developed as part of the 2025-26 budget development process. A REP is a legally required step taken by a school district to implement a reduction in force (RIF, aka: layoffs) for the following school year.

We have been on a journey to set the district on a healthier fiscal path for the last three years. Unfortunately, despite all of the cost-saving measures we have implemented; the sacrifices that staff, students, and families have made; and some bright spots such as enrollment increases and incremental state funding improvements, continued reductions are necessary. Our ending unreserved fund balance continues to be dangerously low and expenses continue to outpace our revenues.

As a result of these ongoing financial challenges, our district has been operating without certain curriculum and resources necessary to provide the high standard of educational services we expect for our students, and there have been very limited professional development opportunities. Our buildings and departments have also been operating with limited supplies, failing equipment that hasn't been replaced, and outdated systems. 

We must get to a place of financial health where we can resume investments in the elements necessary to support our schools.

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Opportunity for Feedback and Questions

As we continue the important and challenging work to balance our budget, we invite staff, students, families, and community members to provide feedback and ask questions here: 2025-26 Budget Development Feedback and Questions

All comments related to the REP that are submitted by noon on Tuesday, April 8 will be shared with school district leadership and school board members in advance of the second reading and vote at the April 15 School Board meeting. We have much work ahead of us as we develop the 2025-26 budget, and the survey will remain open throughout the process for ongoing community input.

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Ensuring the financial stability of our district is rooted in a deep commitment to staff wellbeing, our students’ experiences, and the long-term success of our schools. Difficult decisions that have real impacts on the lives of our coworkers and our students are felt deeply across a community that is as close and supportive as our school district is. We assure you that every decision has been and will be made with great care and a deep understanding of its impact on our community.