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Superintendent outlines budget shortfall, recommends pursuing elementary closure; board schedules public meetings

Leavenworth USD 453 Board of Education · May 12, 2026
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Summary

Superintendent reported a $2.1M increase in projected expenses and a projected net reduction of 39 FTE; he recommended pursuing closure of an elementary school for fiscal-year 2027 and the board scheduled a special public meeting (May 26) and a public hearing (June 8) for community input.

The superintendent reviewed the district budget outlook and recommended the board pursue a potential elementary school closure as part of balancing the budget for fiscal year 2027.

Administration said the district faces roughly $2.1 million in new expenses and is projecting a net reduction of 39 full-time-equivalent positions across certified and classified staff. The…

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