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Hardy County Schools flags child-nutrition pressures, special-education share and staffing overages
Summary
Presenter reported child-nutrition projections and reimbursements, a projected special-education count of around 509 students (~24% of enrollment), and that district-certified staffing is projected to be roughly 15.19 positions over state formula funding, prompting discussion of funding sources and personnel adjustments.
Presenter (S3) discussed child-nutrition revenue and expense details: year-to-date revenues through April for that program area were presented along with encumbrances; Presenter gave a projected cost-coverage figure for child nutrition of about $731,365 for the upcoming year and noted that the program includes salaries in its expense accounting. A high early signup for the summer food program (roughly 300 early signups reported) was noted and local reimbursement rates were described as producing a modest positive margin (Presenter said the reimbursement yields about $12 per food box in that example).
On federal and special programs, Presenter said the district is projecting approximately 509 special-education students for the coming year and that special education represents roughly 24% of district enrollment —a higher share than some neighboring counties. Board members asked about additional funding for EL services and the possibility of local businesses supporting positions (translation/EL) that have emerged as high-need areas.
Personnel and certified-list issues were discussed: Presenter said the certified list funding had the district approximately 8.19 positions over at certification, and after hires and adjustments the projected overage was roughly 15.19 positions that would need local funding; several roles (occupational therapy, psychometrist, tech-team positions) were described as necessary locally but not recognized in the state funding formula. Board members discussed cost implications in the ballpark of hundreds of thousands of dollars for the overage and asked staff to continue to refine the personnel plan.
The board later moved into executive session to discuss personnel matters. A motion to enter executive session for personnel was made, seconded and carried; the board reconvened after the executive session and subsequently adjourned.
Direct quote: Presenter said the district had "509 students" projected for special education next year. (Presenter/S3)
Implication: High special-education share, child-nutrition expense pressures and positions outside state-recognized formulas will materially affect the general fund and require explicit local funding decisions.
