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Naperville board weighs 20% summer-school fee increase; trustees seek equity safeguards
Summary
Staff proposed a 20% tuition increase and higher transportation fees for summer 2026 to cover rising costs; trustees stressed protecting access for low-income students, separating core academic courses from enrichment, and asked for outcome data on ESY/IEP maintenance before formal action on Nov. 17.
Naperville CUSD 203 staff proposed raising summer-learning fees by about 20% across programs, increasing transportation fees from $30 to $50 per semester and adding a $50 fee for field-trip classes to help cover higher staff pay and transportation costs. The proposal was introduced Nov. 3; board members asked staff to return with additional data before a formal vote.
Kevin, the district’s summer-learning director, told trustees that summer 2025 showed increased enrollment at junior-high and high-school levels, high participation in music and science camps, and a continuing effort to include students with disabilities and English learners. He also explained that…
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