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Board Approves Budget Amendments, Mental Health Plan, and FY2027 Budget Amidst Operational Updates
The meeting included discussions and actions related to various operational aspects of the school district. This included the approval of minutes for previous meetings, citizen input time, and the consent agenda, which involved approving the Youth Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan. Unfinished business involved approving the final budget amendment for FY2026. New business focused on the final budget approval for FY2027 and the funding of the charter school athletic facility. The Superintendent provided a report on closing out the fiscal year and upcoming initiatives, including a successful school supply drive facilitated by loaning a school bus. Maintenance and repair activities during the summer break were also detailed.
FY2026 Budget Increased by $4.9 Million with Final Amendment
The board approved the second and final budget amendment for fiscal year 2026, increasing the total budget to $44.2 million. This amendment includes adjustments for grant awards, use of fund balance for bonuses and staff pay, revenue from the half-cent surtax, before and after care programs, and a transfer for the school lunch program. No formal FTE staffing changes were recognized in this amendment.
FY2027 Adopted Budget of $50.4 Million Approved; Charter School Athletic Facility to be Cash Funded
The board reviewed and approved the final budget for fiscal year 2027, totaling $50.4 million. Key changes since the May workshop include the reclassification of the half-cent surtax from transfers out to operating, recognition of $8.2 million in fund balance usage (up from $400,000), and the consolidation of student laptop and IT equipment costs. The council decided to cash fund the charter school athletic facility, utilizing committed reserves, unassigned fund balance, and capital surtax funds, freeing up future debt capacity for the city. This cash funding is projected to save approximately $7-8 million in interest over 20 years.
Youth Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan Approved
The board approved the Youth Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan, as required by the Florida Department of Education. This plan provides funding to assist schools in implementing school-based mental health programs. It includes training staff to detect and respond to mental health concerns, tracking high-risk students, implementing multi-tiered support systems, and adhering to strict response timeframes for identified issues. Funds are allocated based on enrollment, estimated around $57,000 per school, and are used to support school counselors and social workers.
Oasis High School Students Connect with Rwandan School for Global Exchange
The Oasis High School's Student Government Association (SGA) has established a connection with an all-girls boarding school in Rwanda through a program facilitated by Michael Schneider-Christensen. This initiative aims to foster global understanding and collaboration between students from different cultures. The program involves virtual meetings, sharing school life, and establishing pen pal relationships. Students reported realizing similarities in their concerns, such as social media usage and daily life, and found the experience enriching, appreciating their own opportunities while recognizing shared global aspirations.
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