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Board hears presentation on federal grants, special education costs and Pre‑K funding requests
Summary
District staff told the board the loss of ESSER funding will lower federal grants to about $86.8 million in FY26, while the board is investing roughly $215 million locally to cover special education costs; Pre‑K leaders requested $4.7 million in local support for FY26.
Tracy Watson, executive director of budget services, told the Fulton County Board of Education on April 17 that anticipated federal grant receipts for fiscal year 2026 are approximately $86.8 million, a decline attributed in part to the sunsetting of ESSER funds. Watson said the district proactively shifted essential programs into the general fund to prepare for reduced federal support.
During discussion Dr. Looney addressed special education funding and local investment, saying the federal government covers…
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