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Committee told state and federal funding uncertainty could cut special‑education support; district pledges to keep caseloads low

Springfield Township SD Finance Committee · April 16, 2026
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Administrators told the Finance Committee that proposed state and federal changes could reduce special‑education and federal Title funding; the district said it intends to maintain lower caseloads and class sizes, absorbing some costs locally and prioritizing staff where necessary.

Administrators told the Springfield Township SD Finance Committee on April 16 that proposed state and federal changes could reduce revenue available for special education services, and they described how the district plans to respond while protecting lower caseloads and class sizes.

Dr. Yanakon said the governor’s proposal includes increases in basic and special education dollars at the state level but cautioned the district does not expect full approval and that the state’s…

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