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District projects $12.8 million increase in state aid, flags pre-K capacity and tax-levy options

Schenectady City School District Board Meeting · February 12, 2026
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Summary

District budget presenter Terry told the board state-aid projections increased total aid by about $12.8 million (5.73%), including a projected $1.7 million increase tied to the governor’s proposed universal pre-K plan for 2028–29; staff will return with more detailed enrollment and staffing breakdowns before a final levy decision.

Terry, the district’s budget presenter, reviewed state-aid projections and budget framing under board policy 51 10 and said the district’s total projected state aid rose by about $12.8 million, or 5.73 percent. “Our total aid increased about 12,800,000.0, which is 5.73% of our budget,” Terry said.

Terry highlighted increases to foundation and expense-based aid lines and said the district will closely monitor enrollment to ensure projections are accurate. He noted an estimated $1.7 million increase (about 37 percent) tied to the governor’s proposal for universal full-day slots for 4-year-olds…

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