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Main school fund spent $457,000 more than it took in last year
What happened
Century's amended 2025-26 budget shows the Educational Fund spending $4,408,913 against $3,951,862 in revenue. That $457,051 gap drops the fund's estimated balance from $2,131,557 to $1,688,857 by June 30, 2026. The Transportation Fund also ran short by $65,896. The board approved the amended budget on June 15, 2026.
Why it matters to families
The Educational Fund pays teachers and classroom costs. Spending reserves at this pace for several years would leave little cushion. The state form says a formal deficit reduction plan is not required yet.
The evidence
FY26 amended budget, Deficit Budget Summary: Educational Fund direct revenues (3,951,862), direct expenditures (4,408,913), difference (457,051), estimated fund balance June 30, 2026 (1,688,857). 'Unbalanced budget; however, a Deficit Reduction Plan is not required at this time.'
The source
FY26 amended budget (ISBE budget form)See the full record for Century Community Unit School District 100.
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