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Committee approved a $53.94 million FY27 school budget
What happened
The approved FY27 plan restores student-facing positions, supports smaller classes and middle-school teams, adds instructional materials, and restructures leadership at two large elementary schools.
Why it matters to families
The budget funds staffing, class sizes, special education, academic programs, and the district's post-override restoration plan for 2026-27.
The evidence
The April 14 minutes record unanimous category votes and a total of $53.937 million. June minutes later increased the total to $54.269 million after additional Chapter 70 aid.
The source
April 14, 2026 School Committee minutesSee the full record for Melrose Public Schools.
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