Roaring Fork School Board Probes Mental Health Disparities and Enrollment Trends

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Roaring Fork School Board delved into issues concerning student mental health, enrollment trends, and budgetary challenges. A comprehensive review of the Healthy Kids Colorado Survey highlighted significant mental health disparities among students, particularly between Hispanic/Latinx and white demographics. Additionally, the Board explored future enrollment projections while addressing financial concerns related to health insurance and budget management.

Roaring Fork School Board Grapples with Health Insurance Financial Crisis and Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Overview: During a meeting, the Roaring Fork School Board delved into financial challenges linked to their self-insured health plan, which is presenting potential losses of $4 to $6 million, and celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by recognizing the contributions and challenges of their majority Hispanic student population.

Roaring Fork School Board Tackles Equity Audit and Student Representation Challenges

Overview: In a recent Roaring Fork School Board meeting, discussions revolved around the district’s strategic initiatives, including an upcoming equity audit, student representation, and a restructuring of the school fee system. The board addressed the need for systemic changes to support Latino students, the introduction of new policies, and financial strategies to manage the district’s budget more effectively.

Roaring Fork School Board Approves $79 Million Budget, Discusses Affordable Housing Partnership

Overview: The Roaring Fork School Board convened to approve the budget for the 2024-2025 school year, projecting $79 million from local property taxes and addressing significant investments in staff and infrastructure. Additionally, the Board discussed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Habitat for Humanity in a bid to secure affordable housing for district staff.

Roaring Fork School Board Faces Budget Challenges and Student Fee Adjustments

Overview: The Roaring Fork School Board meeting addressed financial planning for the district, unveiling a proposed budget exceeding $134 million and discussing amendments to student fee parameters for the 2024-2025 academic year.