CSD School Board - Work Session/Regular Meeting - December 9, 2025
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
MBIT student report and program achievements
Centennial Food Bank updates
Fiscal Year 2025-2026 preliminary budget planning
Structural deficit reduction strategies
Special education funding challenges
Tuition recoupment for non-resident students
Assessment challenges and revenue impacts
Notable Quotes (2)
In its original form, IDEA promised to fund approximately 40% of special education costs. We hover around 10 to 12%. And so that's been an on not just Centennial, nationally.
If that home district does not respond within the required time frame, that responsibility is then assumed by the home district to pay for that.
People (5)
Reported on MBIT activities including food drives, certifications, and leadership conference results.
Presented on district food bank needs and the budgetary deficit, emphasizing high-quality service amidst fiscal constraints.
Analyzed budget deficit, labor contract costs, and long-term financial pressure from special education requirements.
Inquired about recouping tuition from other districts for students residing in Centennial.
Commented on the disparity between inflation and government funding for special education.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (6)
- December 6th: Warminster Symphony Orchestra performance
- December 6th: FBLA Breakfast with Santa
- December 11th: Upcoming board meeting at William Tennant High School
- December 20th: Senior class craft fair
- December 23rd: Annual Polar Slip and Slide
- December 23rd - January 2nd: Winter break