Second semester is just underway, but Madison Metropolitan School District has begun its early planning for next year’s budget.
MMSD officials expect the district will receive around $7 million less in general state aid than this year. The district will place a higher reliance on local property taxes to make up the shortfall, which MMSD’s Superintendent Dr. Joe Gothard has warned since last year. Figures are set for some level of fluctuation as MMSD is still evaluating expenditures, staffing needs, program investments and work to find a solution to the lack of special education reimbursement it sought.
“Our budget reflects what we value most as a school district,” said Dr. Gothard. “We are committed to uplifting the student experience, supporting our staff and making strategic investments that move our schools forward. At the same time, we must plan responsibly for financial realities that continue to challenge public education.”…