District reports April finances and previews $9.5M in projected Title I and other federal grants

During the information agenda, the school division's finance and federal programs staff presented budget and grant updates for the coming year.

Finance: Mrs. Glaude reported that April realized revenue was about $56,000,000 (including roughly $31,000,000 from the state and $25,000,000 from the city). She said total projected expenditures are about $52,000,000 (or $77,000,000 when encumbrances are included). March ADM was reported at approximately 39,203, about 700 students below plan; Glaude said that implies a projected state revenue shortfall of about $9.5 million by year end but that year-to-date vacancy savings are offsetting the shortfall and officials are monitoring spending. The board postponed final budget reconciliation and requested the state budget before taking final action.

Federal grants: Dr. Leslie Russell, program administrator for federal programs, presented preliminary 2026-27 grant allocations and priorities: Title I projected at approximately $9,500,000 (to support staff and student interventions, materials, field trips and supports), Title II at just over $1,000,000 (educator development and retention), Title III at about $160,000 combined with a $155,000 transfer from Title IV (supporting services for English learners across 74 languages), and Title IV at approximately $529,000 (student-support and academic-enrichment priorities including PSAT registration, AP/dual enrollment support, instruments, and MTSS/mental-health initiatives). Dr. Russell said final allocations are preliminary and expected in August or September; the grant applications were placed on the consent agenda for the board's consideration.

Ending: Staff said they will bring final budget reconciliation and grant approvals back for formal board action after the state budget clarity.