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Warren County staff warn Title I cuts will complicate $1–2 million textbook purchases
Summary
Staff told the board that recent Title I funding reductions from the Virginia Department of Education force the division to shift some positions and consider local funding for required textbook purchases estimated at $600k–$1M per subject group.
School staff told the Warren County School Board that two separate budget pressures — a state law expanding required high-quality instructional materials and an immediate cut to Title I funding — together create a near-term funding challenge for textbook purchases and positions funded by categorical grants.
Kendall and Dr. Martin told board members the General Assembly passed legislation expanding required instructional materials (effective July 2026), and staff expect the state to publish recommended lists that divisions can purchase from. "This is a new law that will go into effect July 2026," a presenter said while reviewing the…
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