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School enrollment impact of new housing

The board and developer are trying to pin down how many students 392 apartments plus 72 workforce units would generate, working with SAU estimates and RKG's 0.6 figure.

3 mentionsLast discussed Sep 17, 2026

MediumSchools

School district update: enrollment, budget timeline, special ed costs

Enrollment is within 10 students of projection, the school budget lands October 24, and the state funding estimate came in close to expectations. Two new special-ed students arrived over the summer and could cost over $100,000 each.

2 mentionsLast discussed Sep 17, 2026

MediumSchools

School district staffing and contract negotiations

Schools are mostly staffed for fall but still seeking paraprofessionals, and two bargaining units will negotiate contracts this fall.

1 mentionLast discussed Aug 20, 2026