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Metuchen presents special education budget showing increased contracted services and 418 students served
Summary
District staff told the board the special education budget for 2025–26 covers 418 students (about 17.2% of enrollment), increases contracted behavioral and therapy services and continues significant out‑of‑district tuition costs; board members thanked staff for keeping the overall proposal to a 2% budget increase.
Metuchen Public School District presented its proposed special education budget for the 2025–26 school year, saying the plan covers the assessed needs of 418 students, about 17.2% of the district’s enrollment.
The presentation, given during the board meeting, prioritized four spending areas: supplies and materials for individualized instruction and IEP goals; contracted professional services (including physical, occupational and speech therapy and board-certified behavior analysts); out‑of‑district tuition; and targeted initiatives and…
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