Nashua Faces $2M School Funding Shortfall Due to State Aid Changes
What happened
Nashua is facing a school funding shortfall after receiving less state aid than anticipated. The mayor stated the city will receive $4 million less in state education aid than last year, resulting in a $2 million deficit in the city's budget. The State Department of Education explained that the aid is calculated using enrollment numbers from the previous school year.
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Why it matters
The reduction in aid is attributed to declining student enrollment and fewer students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Alderman Patricia Klee questioned the formula, noting that while student numbers are lower, the average student's costs have increased due to greater needs.
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Who's involved
- NashuaCity facing a funding shortfall after state aid reduction.
- State Department of EducationAgency that calculates state education aid for Nashua.
- Patricia KleeAlderman who questioned the aid calculation formula.
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The entities involved
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Nashua
city in southern New Hampshire, United States
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State Department of Education
agency of the government of the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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