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Board approves capacity numbers and interdistrict transfers as enrollment dips to about 7,310
Summary
The board approved the district's capacity numbers and interdistrict transfers; the superintendent reported enrollment down from last year at just over 7,300 and projected about 470 seniors will graduate this year.
The Enid Public Schools Board approved the district’s capacity numbers and interdistrict transfer procedures and heard an update that enrollment is down from last year.
During the superintendent’s report, Dr. Darrow said the district’s enrollment was “currently above 7,300, I think, close to 7,310,” and that the number is lower than the previous year. The superintendent added the district is starting pre-enrollment for pre-K on April 1 and that lower enrollment will affect state funding next year, prompting staff conversations about adjustments.
Board member Tory Turnbull moved to approve the capacity numbers and interdistrict transfers; Matt Lohman seconded. The board voted with the following recorded: Matt Lohman — yes; Kim Tinius — yes; Randy Long — yes; Chad Mance — yes; Tory Turnbull — yes; Matt Sampson — yes. Two members were absent. The motion passed.
Superintendent’s staff estimated the district would graduate about 470 seniors this year, down from more than 500 last year. Dr. Darrow described the change as part of natural fluctuations in the district’s population compared with five or six years ago.
Less critical details: the district reminded the board of upcoming pre-enrollment dates and staff said further adjustments to operations and budgeting will be considered in response to enrollment trends.
