South Hadley Schools approve $27.5 million FY27 budget after rejecting lower figure
South Hadley School Committee approves $27.5 million budget for fiscal year 2027 after rejecting lower proposal. The Committee voted unanimously to adopt the higher budget figure, with Chair Eric Friesner noting his reluctance about the $725,000 increase. Earlier, the Committee unanimously approved
Public Schools · Meeting of March 25, 2026
South Hadley School Committee approves $27.5 million budget for fiscal year 2027 after rejecting lower proposal. The Committee voted unanimously to adopt the higher budget figure, with Chair Eric Friesner noting his reluctance about the $725,000 increase. Earlier, the Committee unanimously approved two warrants totaling $1,167,188.19 and prior meeting minutes.
Superintendent Jennifer Voyik reported student athletic and performance achievements and urged community advocacy for school funding at an upcoming state hearing and district budget forum.
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Source: the Public Schools meeting of March 25, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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