Manhasset superintendent presents preliminary 2025-26 budget with program and security investments

Manhasset Union Free School District Superintendent Dr. Posse presented the district's preliminary 2025-26 budget at the March board meeting, describing a proposal that would increase spending by 3.38% from the current year and remain within the district's 3.11% property tax cap.

The budget, Posse said, focuses on expanding career-oriented pathways and investments in curriculum, facilities, safety and technology while keeping class sizes low. "This budget represents a strategic investment in our students, educators, and facilities," Posse said during the presentation.

The nut of the proposal is that compensation and benefits account for 74% of total spending, while 57% of the budget increase is directed to curriculum, technology, facilities, security and other initiatives. The administration is budgeting a $3.7 million budget-to-budget increase overall and is estimating a 7.68% rise in health insurance for planning purposes.

Key items in the preliminary plan include: - Program expansions: a biomedical sciences pathway (first course…