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Board hears $103M budget snapshot and questions about Bear Creek Charter tuition
Summary
Finance staff told the Wyoming Valley West board the district budget is about $103 million and that a healthy cash balance exists; board members also questioned how tuition for Bear Creek Charter is calculated and whether it exceeds in‑district per‑pupil costs.
At the Dec. 3 work session, finance staff gave the board a high-level snapshot of the district's finances, saying the budget is approximately $103,000,000 and the district maintains a healthy cash balance while audits and building needs remain to be addressed.
During the finance discussion, a board member asked about tuition payments to Bear Creek Charter, noting recent press coverage. Finance staff said tuition is calculated using PDE forms and budgeted expenses divided by average daily membership, which can produce rates that exceed the district's per‑pupil spending. The staff member offered to pull the specific dollar figure and provide it to the board.
Separately, board members discussed planning for potential student placement needs stemming from closures in the wider Wilkes‑Barre area and the need to continue feasibility work on building projects; the board will review quotes and schedule follow-ups as items progress.
