Nina Lurie

This document outlines the William Floyd School District's budget goals and financial strategy, emphasizing fiscal responsibility and sustainability. It details the review of operational funds, revenues including state aid proposals for 2024-25, expenses, reserves, and fiscal stress. The plan focuses on maintaining local control and opportunity, supporting student needs and services, and achieving long-term objectives such as improved graduation rates, college and career readiness, new program development, and enhanced competitiveness.

This Participation Rate Improvement Plan for William Paca Middle School addresses consistently low student participation in ELA and Mathematics assessments, primarily due to high opt-out rates and poor attendance during prior academic years. The plan outlines several key strategies to improve participation, including enhancing parent and faculty communication regarding assessment value and ESSA, optimizing communication channels for critical information, implementing computer-based testing, and strengthening attendance programs through policy revisions and targeted interventions. The objective is to foster a positive perception of state assessments, reduce student refusals, and improve attendance to achieve higher participation rates.

The meeting focused on the budget advisory process, reviewing educational forum goals, and discussing operational funds, specifically the general fund. Key topics included a comprehensive revenue and expense review, the Governor's executive proposal regarding foundation aid, transportation aid, and building aid adjustments. Furthermore, the committee evaluated the tax levy formula, calculating the maximum allowable levy for the upcoming school year, and explored long-term fiscal stability goals.

This document outlines the William Floyd School District's Districtwide Capital Project, focusing on enhancing facilities and creating innovative educational opportunities for future generations. Key priorities include maintaining fiscal responsibility and providing optimal learning environments. Specific projects detail the expansion of the CTE program at the high school and the redesign and upgrades of the William Paca Middle School facilities, aiming to support the best educational opportunities for students and the community.

The board meeting featured a performance by several singing groups from William Floyd.