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Committee warned of possible federal grant cuts while reviewing Title I and IDEA funds

Dorchester 02 Finance Committee · November 10, 2025
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Summary

Committee members reviewed special revenue funds and federal grants (Title I, IDEA). Staff reported Title I at about $5.6 million with $736,000 in first‑quarter expenditures and noted school officials’ expectation that federal grants could be reduced (figures discussed around 15%).

Presenter walked the committee through special revenue funds and grant accounting, explaining fund numbering and a first‑quarter snapshot for federal and state allocations. The committee discussed implications if federal grants are reduced and explored using grants to fund short‑term personnel needs.

The presenter explained the district’s special revenue funds: federal funds are coded in the 2000 series, state…

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