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State funding freeze shrinks budget; district to use reserves
What happened
In spring 2026 the superintendent said the state counts the district at 28.5 staff 'support units', down from about 34, under a statewide funding freeze, and an early look at 2026-27 showed about a $400,000 shortfall. The budget the board approved in June plans to use about $272,000 of savings, leaving about $1.46 million. The proposed general fund is about $5.84 million, down from about $5.95 million, with salaries down about $225,000.
Why it matters to families
Fewer state-funded positions and a smaller budget can mean fewer staff for the same students.
The evidence
April 14 and May 12, 2026 official minutes (budget training); June 9, 2026 minutes (budget approved); 2026-27 summary statement.
The source
May 12, 2026 official minutesSee the full record for Shoshone School District No. 312.
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