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Swain County Schools outlines $2.8 million local funding request amid projected state cuts
Summary
District staff presented a local appropriation request totaling about $2.8 million to cover projected state and impact-aid shortfalls and facility and staffing needs; the board tabled final approval for further discussion.
Ms. Mayhew, a district staff member presenting the finances, told the board Swain County Schools expects a sizeable funding shortfall next year driven by an anticipated state-budget reduction and a drop in student membership.
She said the district expects about a $500,000 reduction in state funds and roughly $200,000 less in impact aid. "As 90% of our state funds cover salaries, this will impact positions more than anything else," Ms. Mayhew said.
Ms. Mayhew laid out operational and capital funding needs and proposed amounts the district would request…
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