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Bradley County after-school program faces $51,960 shortfall; board told a budget amendment may be needed
Summary
Program manager Melissa Presswood said the Big City University after-school program (funded by 21st Century Community Learning Centers) lost federal funds during an administrative review, producing a $51,960 shortfall that would cover transportation for roughly 300 students; the board was told a December budget amendment may be requested if grants do not arrive.
Program staff told the Bradley County Schools board that Big City University — the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program serving nearly 300 elementary students — faces a $51,960 shortfall for the current school year after a federal administrative review reduced its award.
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