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Superintendent warns federal funds are on hold; district braces for state funding squeeze
Summary
Sheboygan Area School District Superintendent reported roughly $700,591 in federal education funds remained on hold and outlined state budget changes that could constrain district finances, while urging advocacy to release federal grants that support before- and after-school programs.
Sheboygan Area School District Superintendent Dr. Conner told the school board that the district is monitoring several federal and state funding risks that could affect programs and staffing as the new school year approaches. Dr. Conner said $700,591 in federal program funds were being held, including Title II-A ($343,803), Title III-A ($202,030) and a portion of Title IV-A ($154,758). Dr. Conner said the Title IV funds include money that supports 21st Century Community Learning Center-style programs and other after-school services that he called essential: "Those funds should be sacred." He said those funds were released and re‑held at different times and that a state certification or assurance could be required for release. The superintendent described uncertainty over whether…
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