March 23, 2026 Study Session - Part 2
Monday, March 23, 2026
2026-27 budget and staffing updates
Single federal audit report
Board budget
Levy survey update structure
Kindergarten enrollment projections
Secondary enrollment trends
Elementary school consolidation impact
Staffing reduction strategies
Compensatory education funding
Special education staffing requirements
Notable Quotes (2)
We are in a really challenging situation where we are having to make some really tough decisions.
Budget overviewOpening statement regarding the budget crisis.
This is the third year that we're looking at over $4 million in reductions.
Budget reductionsContextualizing the multi-year fiscal impact.
People (3)
Director RyderDirector
Presented enrollment projections and budget adjustments for 2026-27.
Director CatherineDirector
Assisted with presentation of staffing reduction recommendations.
Director SmithBoard Member
Participated in the discussion regarding the structure of the budget review process.
Places Mentioned
Westwood SchoolMinnesota (State)
Events & Meetings (1)
- April 13th board meeting (upcoming approval of staffing changes)