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The 2026-2027 Mount Vernon City School District budget begins to address the over $400 million in facility repairs identified in the most recent building condition survey. Facilities spending will increase by 5.8%, with the department working to ensure safety and security, support flexibility, promote effective classroom design, maximize resource efficiency, and sustain long-range planning. 

You can read more about facilities expenses by reviewing the budget book and budget newsletter, which provide a comprehensive overview of the 2026-27 budget. The budget vote will be held from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19.

The 2026-27 Mount Vernon City School District budget includes a 25% increase in special education spending for a total of approximately $40 million. Twenty-one percent of students in the District have disabilities, and 10 percent are English language learners – who also require additional services.

You can read more about the special education spending by reviewing the budget book and budget newsletter, which provide a comprehensive overview of the 2026-27 budget. The budget vote will be held from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19.

The Mount Vernon City School District is working to align staffing numbers with declining enrollment trends, and staffing has decreased from a high of 1,984 staff members in 2018-19 to 1,522 in 2025-26. District administrators will continue to look for efficiencies to ensure staffing levels are in accordance with student needs. 

You can read more about the budget by reviewing the budget book and budget newsletter, which provide a comprehensive overview of the spending plan. The budget vote will be held from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19.

While the Mount Vernon City School District is affected by declining enrollment – which is impacting school districts across the state – it is facing higher expenses due to special education costs that continue to grow with student need and charter school tuition obligations driven by enrollment. Approximately $17.5 million is budgeted for charter school tuition, and those students are not included in enrollment numbers. 

You can read more about the budget by reviewing the budget book and budget newsletter, which provide a comprehensive overview of the spending plan. The budget vote will be held from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19.

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It is my honor to present the proposed 2026 to 2027 budget for the Mount Vernon City School District. This budget totals $276,241,856, reflecting a 1.50 percent increase over the prior year budget of $272,206,615. The $276.2 million dollar budget reflects a 1.99% increase to the tax levy. It is a responsible and purposeful plan, shaped by the realities of a lean fund balance and guided by an unwavering commitment to our students, families, and community.

The Mount Vernon City School District’s 2026-27 budget includes $17.5 million sent to charter schools for over 850 students, or 6.3% of expenses, creating a funding deficiency. While the students do not attend MVCSD schools or impact enrollment numbers, the District is still responsible for funding their education, which impacts overall expenses and planning.

You can read more about the expenses in the budget by reviewing the budget book and budget newsletter, which provide a comprehensive overview of the spending plan. The budget vote will be held from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19.