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Superintendent urges residents to press legislators as district copes with budget uncertainty
Summary
Southeast Delco Superintendent Dr. Sanchez told the board he joined about 25 superintendents at a Capitol press conference urging immediate passage of the state budget, warning that some districts face closure without a budget and reminding families that school starts Sept. 2.
Superintendent Dr. Sanchez told the board he participated in a press conference at the state Capitol with "about 25 other superintendents" to urge legislators to pass the state budget, saying some districts "are in great danger of closing their doors" without sufficient line of credit or fund balance to operate until a budget is passed. "If you are listening to this and you have a way to get to your state legislators, I encourage all of you, to call, email, write a letter, show up at their offices, and let them know that we need a budget that's that needs to be passed," he said.
Dr. Sanchez also reminded the community that the new school year begins Tuesday, Sept. 2, thanked staff who worked through the summer and praised the district's back-to-school efforts. He said nearly 500 people attended a recent family event where donated school supplies and community services were offered.
Why it matters: Dr. Sanchez framed the budget delay as a statewide issue that could force some districts to close and called on parents and residents to contact legislators. The board did not take formal action on the budget at this meeting; the superintendent's report was informational and accepted.
What happened next: Board members thanked Dr. Sanchez for the update. No formal vote or referral followed from this report; the meeting continued with routine business.
