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The School Committee unanimously approved a $27.5 million FY27 budget after rejecting a $26,286,889 proposal. Members also discussed expanding school choice slots, with a final recommendation and vote scheduled for the next meeting.
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The approved budget sets the School Committee’s requested funding level for the 2026–2027 school year at $27.5 million. The committee said an additional $725,000 would significantly benefit the schools. School choice options, including opening kindergarten slots, remain under discussion and have not been finalized.
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