From staff reports
Two public forums were scheduled this week for community members to learn more about the school district budget being developed by the Beaufort County Board of Education for the 2023-24 school year.
The first forum was to be in Bluffton High School’s cafeteria at 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 26. The second will be at Beaufort High School at 6 p.m., Thursday, April 27.
Participants at each forum will hear a presentation on the budget and have a chance to work in small groups to deeper explore various areas of the budget. Participants will be able to share their discussions and suggestions.
“Input from our key stakeholders is an important part of the budget process,” Superintendent Frank Rodriguez said in a news release. “We look forward to hearing from our community members, parents, and employees at our public budget forums.”
Individuals who are unable to attend can also view the proposed budget and provide feedback through BCSD Connected at https://connectbeaufortschools.org/. The FY 2023-24 Budget Process forum materials will be posted to BCSD Connected by Friday, April 28 and the feedback forum will be open through May 5.
The Board hopes to officially certify the district’s 2023-24 budget at its May 16 meeting. Beaufort County Council’s current timeline calls for three readings, with the third and final reading of the district’s budget taking place on June 26.
