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Superintendent: State budget cuts will eliminate Dolly Parton Book Club and reduce early-literacy programs

Durand Area Schools Board of Education · October 13, 2025
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Summary

Superintendent Knapp told the board that recent state budget cuts will affect district programs, including elimination of the Dolly Parton Book Club and cuts to early literacy programs; she also updated the board on facilities items and Student Count Day.

Superintendent Mrs. Knapp reported to the board Oct. 13 that state budget cuts will affect several district programs, including the elimination of the Dolly Parton Book Club and reductions in early literacy programs.

According to the minutes, Knapp also said the district received RAC and PAC closing documents from R.C. Hendricks, provided a final update on the tennis courts, shared Student Count Day numbers with board members, and is coordinating with Mr. Fuller on plans for a digital display at the high school. The minutes record these as informational updates; they do not include dollar figures, timelines, or staff recommendations tied to the program reductions.

The record does not show public comment or a board vote on the program cuts; it lists Knapp's report as an update to inform the board.

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