Little Egg Harbor School Board Faces $1.5 Million Shortfall

Overview: The Little Egg Harbor School Board convened recently to address financial challenges, including a $1.5 million budget shortfall for the 2024-2025 academic year. The deficit is primarily attributed to a reduction in state aid, prompting the board to seek approval for a total tax levy of $15,737,000, which incorporates the increase with the bank cap. Alongside budgetary concerns, the meeting also shed light on the anticipated class sizes and staffing for the upcoming school year, with special emphasis on maintaining manageable student-to-teacher ratios.

Little Egg Harbor School Board Faces Budget Cuts and Staffing Concerns

Overview: The recent Little Egg Harbor School Board meeting revolved around budget concerns, potential staffing reductions, and the implementation of a new consultation model for specialized student services. The budget committee detailed the challenges of budget increases, state aid cuts, and staff reductions. The board also discussed the prospect of pending legislation that may restore some funding, as well as the ongoing negotiations aiming for a contract settlement before the end of the school year.

Little Egg Harbor School Board Addresses Financial Audit and Superintendent Search Progress

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Little Egg Harbor School Board focused on the issues of school finances and the search for a new superintendent. The board engaged in a review of the auditor’s report, which highlighted the overfunding of the Food Service program and underscored the necessity to spend down excess funds.

Little Egg Harbor School Board Tackles School Calendar, Safety, and Acknowledges Educators’ Excellence

Overview: The Little Egg Harbor School Board convened to deliberate issues, including the draft of the upcoming school calendar, school safety data, and recognition of the district’s educators. Superintendent Patte Blood announced the imminent launch of the district’s new website and celebrated the achievements of teachers and Educational Service professionals.

Little Egg Harbor School Board Elects New President and Vice President

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Little Egg Harbor School Board, the members elected Dr. Christine S. Snyder as the new Board President and Chris Filiciello as the Vice President. The board also welcomed newly elected member Allison Lawrence, who took the oath of office for a three-year term.