2016-2017

Budget update:

The Anchorage School Board approved the 2016-17 budget on Feb. 18 with the following amendments.

Synchronize enrollment projections with the Capital Improvement Plan. This will reduce funding projections by $2.1 million. Move funds from teacher hold-back accounts to cover the reduction.
Reduce $150,000 from Maintenance budget and direct funding to teaching positions.
Reduce $80,000 from Communications and direct funding to teaching positions.
Reduce General Fund travel and per diem costs by $50,000 (25%).

What the community values in public education

For the 2016-17 budget development process, the district provided several opportunities for parents, students, staff and community members to share their thoughts on the district’s successes and areas in which improvements should be considered. Four interactive community meetings were held and an online engagement opportunity was made available to the community.