How Prepared Is Your School District for the Coming Fiscal Cliff?
Balancing Act and Polco, along with the National Research Center, are addressing the decline in trust and satisfaction in K-12 education, posing a challenge for local government agencies. The fiscal crisis projected for the 2024-2025 school year is expected to bring significant budget cuts, influenced by factors such as the end of Federal Relief funds, enrollment declines, inflation, and labor scarcity. Efforts to involve stakeholders in budget conversations and engage the community in meaningful options are emphasized, with a focus on finding productive ways to address the fiscal crisis.