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School supplies, staff could be cut to meet Vernon budget

The Vernon School District is facing a $1.65 million cost reduction that may lead to fewer teaching positions and classroom supplies.
Superintendent Karla Mitchell stated, 'This represents a 1.4 percent operating budget reduction' in light of budget tensions faced by school districts across the province.
Recommendations include cutting two English Learner Language teachers and saving $130,000 by reducing non-educational staff.
The board will make a final budget decision on April 16, with public feedback accepted until April 9 through a designated form.

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School supplies, staff could be cut to meet Vernon budget

Reductions considered as district tries to balance budget before April 16

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Staff changes, hiring freeze, other cuts proposed to school board budget to balance $16M overspending - WS Chronicle

Findings from a recent audit showed that Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools (WS/FCS) overspent $16 million during the 2023-2024 school year. To address budget concerns and the possibility of finishing in a deficit again this year, Superintendent Tricia McManus announced several cost-cutting measures, including eliminating positions. During the board of education meeting last week, members of the district’s financial team gave a presentation …

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