The Newark Board of Education has approved a $1.677 billion budget for the 2026–2027 school year. The plan continues investments in school facilities, student programs, and long-term goals under the district’s Next Decade: 2020–30 strategic plan.
The budget includes a $60.6 million increase in state aid, supporting special education, transportation, and classroom programs. It also uses capital reserve funds for projects like building New Media High School and adding a new playground at Belmont-Runyon Elementary…