School Funding and Budget Crises
Key Questions
What budget decisions were made by Central Bucks School District?
The district approved a 5.7% tax increase for the sixth consecutive year, adding about $334 to taxes on a $635k home. This reflects ongoing financial pressures.
What financial challenges does Bensalem School District face?
The board is addressing a $2.7M deficit by cutting 31 positions. Officials attribute the shortfall to state underfunding of schools.
How are school funding issues affecting Bucks County staff?
Central Bucks support staff rallied after authorizing a potential strike, demanding higher wages as their contract expires June 30. These actions highlight broader budget strains across districts.
Central Bucks School District approved a 5.7% tax hike (6th consecutive year), adding $334 to a $635k home. Bensalem School Board faces a $2.7M deficit, cutting 31 positions, and blames state underfunding. Both highlight growing financial pressures on Bucks County schools.