Transcript Farmington Public Schools

Farmington Public Schools
Board of Education Approved Budget
2010 - 2011
04/26/2010
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Farmington Public Schools
A Compelling Philosophy
The Farmington Public Schools are
committed to the belief that ALL children
are capable of attaining high levels of
educational achievement in preparation
for productive, rewarding lives and
responsible citizenship.
*From the Farmington Philosophy and Mission Statement
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Weaving Our Community’s Story
ERIN PAC
Olympic Champion and Farmington
High School Graduate
She caught the Olympic bug at a young age, when her kindergarten teacher staged a
mock Opening Ceremony and Pac got to carry the torch, but her early Olympic
dreams were of success in track and field and gymnastics.
(NBC, Vancouver, 2010)
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Weaving Our Community’s Story
MATTHEW MCDERMOTT: Photographer
and Farmington High School graduate
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Why do this year’s reductions cut so deeply
into curriculum and programs?
BUDGET YEAR
2008-2009
2009-2010
2010-2011
BUDGET
INCREASE
.64%
1.94%
SALARIES
4.96%
-1.59%
3.74%
BENEFITS
-15.41%
35.80%
12.35%
SERVICES
-2.84%
-0.82%
-.32%
SUPPLIES
3.25%
-9.12%
1.74%
EQUIPMENT
-0.53%
-14.43%
-25.29%
DUES/FEES
-7.85%
0.64%
-12.29%
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4.0%
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Enrollment/Professional Staffing
(October Reports – Historical)
Student Enrollment – Black
*Professional Staffing - Red
2003-04
2004-05
2005-06
2006-07
2007-08
2008-09
2009-10
Total 10/1
Enrollment
4278
4344
4257
4221
4166
4145
4108
K-4
1513
89
1545
88
1497
88
1455
85
1408
85
1413
83
1417
84
5-6
703
50
654
50
646
50
664
50
687
49
676
50
658
45
7-8
717
53
747
57
718
58
674
56
652
54
671
55
686
52
9-12
1319
108
1374
111
1375
113
1398
115
1390
116
1360
115
1323
103
Sped Ed
Staffing
34
34
35
37
38
41
42
*Rounded to the nearest full FTE
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Farmington Public Schools
Students with Special Needs
2010-11 Budget
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* 2009-10 includes 3 students placed out of district
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Benchmarking
Special Education Expenditures
(As a % of Total Educational Expenditures)
Avon
West Hartford
Plainville
Simsbury
Glastonbury
Farmington
21.13%
21.10%
19.33%
18.19%
17.99%
17.42%
Farmington ranks 137TH of 169 towns in Special Education
Expenditures as a Percentage of Total Expenditures
Source: State Department of Education 2008-09
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Farmington Public Schools
Fiscal Partnership and Self-Insurance
Board and Town Council
Budget Year
Reductions By:
BOE & Town Council
2009-10
$
2008-09
$1,350,000
2007-08
$
TOTAL
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500,000
320,000
$2,170,000
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Language Lab Source of Funds
• Position of Superintendent
not filled for 5 months and
Assistant Principal not filled
for 5 months
$ 72,671
• Liability insurance less than
anticipated – provided by
insurance agent
$ 17,836
• Change to natural gas and
subsequent savings (natural
$100,358
gas at historical lows-spring 2009)
Cost
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$190,865
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Example of BoE and Town Collaboration
Language Lab Facts:
• Technology was 13 years old
• Requested in capital budget for 3 years
• Numerous stations were inoperable; no parts
were available for repair
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Farmington Public Schools
Board of Education’s 2010 – 2011 Budget
Collaboration and Communication
Self Direction and Resourcefulness
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Problem Solving and Innovation
Critical Thinking and Reasoning
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BUDGET PRIORITIES AND GUIDELINES FOR THE
DEVELOPMENT OF THE 2010-2011 SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET—
2010-2015 FIVE YEAR GOALS
1.
All students will demonstrate performance standards in
critical thinking and reasoning and meet rigorous core
academic content* standards by accessing, interpreting,
analyzing, and evaluating ideas and information, drawing
evidence-based conclusions, synthesizing new learning with
prior knowledge and reflecting critically on learning.
2.
All students will demonstrate performance standards in
collaboration and communication and meet rigorous core
academic content* standards by participating effectively in a
variety of teams, actively listening and responding to the
ideas of others, sharing responsibility for outcomes,
articulating ideas clearly in a multiple formats and using
technology tools to enhance communication.
*Farmington’s Core Academic Content Areas include English/Language Arts,
Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, World Language, Health, Physical
Education, Wellness and Music, Fine and Applied Arts.
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BUDGET PRIORITIES AND GUIDELINES FOR THE
DEVELOPMENT OF THE 2010-2011 SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUDGET—2010-2015 FIVE YEAR GOALS
3. All students will demonstrate performance standards in
problem solving and innovation and meet rigorous
core academic content* standards by identifying problems,
analyzing data, asking questions, utilizing a variety of
resources, thinking flexibly, making connections and
seeking practical, innovative, and entrepreneurial solutions.
4. All students will demonstrate performance standards in
self-direction and resourcefulness and meet rigorous
core academic content* standards by exploring interests,
taking initiative, setting learning goals, demonstrating
persistent effort, adapting to change with resiliency and
exhibiting ethical leadership and responsible citizenship.
*Farmington’s Core Academic Content Areas include English/Language Arts,
Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, World Language, Health, Physical
Education, Wellness and Music, Fine and Applied Arts.
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2010-2011 Board of Education
Approved Budget
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2010-2011 Increase:
4.0% or $1,980,430
•
Contractual Staffing: 2.55% or $1,261,536
•
Self Insurance:
1.85% or
$915,537
Operating Expenses: -.40% or -$196,643
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•
Approved 2010-2011 Budget:
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$51,491,192
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Benchmarking
Administration/Teacher Ratios
Farmington:
17.5 Teachers for each Administrator
DRG A:
13.1 Teachers for each Administrator
DRG B:
13.9 Teachers for each Administrator
State:
13.9 Teachers for each Administrator
Source: State Department of Education 2008-2009
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Account Summary 2010-2011
ACCOUNT
09-10
10-11
CHANGE
%
SALARIES
$33,732,835
$34,994,371
$1,261,535
3.74%
BENEFITS
$6,541,604
$7,349,677
$808,073
12.35%
SERVICES
$7,278,872
$7,255,484
-$23,387
-0.32%
SUPPLIES
$1,435,649
$1,460,589
$24,940
1.74%
EQUIPMENT
$204,769
$152,992
-$51,778
-25.29%
DUES/FEES
$317,032
$278,079
-$38,953
-12.29%
$49,510,761
$51,491,192
$1,980,430
4.00%
TOTAL
BUDGET
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Administration/Student Ratios
Canton
143 Students to each Administrator
Simsbury
172 Students to each Administrator
West Hartford
174 Students to each Administrator
Glastonbury
184 Students to each Administrator
Farmington
210 Students to each Administrator
Avon
225 Students to each Administrator
Source: State Department of Education, 10-07
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Benchmarking
Per Pupil Expenditures (2008-2009)

Farmington’s Per Pupil Expenditure Ranking: 113

Average State Per Pupil Expenditure:
$13,190

Farmington’s Per Pupil Expenditure:
$11,968
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Difference:
$1,222
Source: State Department of Education 2008-2009
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Farmington Public Schools
2009-2010 Budget Reductions/Impact
Farmington High School

English Teacher Reduction: Reduced tutorial time for students in need

Major Teacher Reductions at FHS: Core subject had a teacher reductions –
impact on every Math, Science, English, Social Studies class including all AP
classes

Reductions in teachers reduced elective offerings for all students (Ex.
Psychology; 61, Sociology; 42, Art; 80, Economic Honors; 15, Criminal and Civil
Justice; 13)
Irving A. Robbins Middle School

Intramurals: Pay to Participate implementation caused a significant decline in
participation Fall IAR Intramural Participation: 72 in 2008-2009 to 36 in 20092010

Health, Wellness and Physical Education Reduction

Math Reduction: Higher class size (increased to 22 from 17)
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Farmington Public Schools
2009-2010 Budget Reductions/Impact (cont’d)
West Woods Upper Elementary School
 General Music Reduction: Lack of general music required all
students, regardless of interest, to participate in chorus or
instrumental music programming

Classroom Teacher Reductions: Higher class size in grades 5 and 6
(range of 22-26 students in each classroom)
Elementary
 Art Reduction
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Farmington Public Schools
Summary of 2010-2011 Initial Budget Reductions
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Superintendent’s Major Areas of Reduction
Amount of Reduction
Special Education Tuition
$200,865
Technology Equipment/Services
$199,200
Personnel
$165,926
Maintenance Projects
$118,685
Texts
$76,809
Equipment
$50,297
Life Insurance/Benefits
$49,975
Instructional Supplies
$40,317
Library Books
$26,999
Other
$13,350
Superintendent’s Total Reduction
$942,423
Board of Education’s Major Areas of Reduction
Amount of Reduction
Technology Equipment/Services
$24,022
Board of Education’s Total Reduction
$24,022
TOTAL REDUCTION
$966,445
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The Difficult Reduction Decisions
Priorities to maintain the core program model that has been highly successful
for Farmington for over 25 years:
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Core programs – These programs impact the core of educational programming;
i.e. class size, core subject areas K-12, etc.
•
Class size – Research shows the #1 indicator for improved achievement is the
teacher. Class size at the elementary level protects the core educational
programming that has led us to high levels of student achievement K-12.
•
Reductions were built off the next level of reductions for 09-10 (utilized Dr.
Howley’s 09-10 budget recommendations as a foundation).
•
Budget Process - Met with school and program leaders to elicit feedback. Given
the significant personnel cuts at FHS in 09-10, K-12 reductions were explored.
Guiding Principles:
1.
Standards-Led School District
2.
Graduation Requirements
3.
Impact
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Farmington Public Schools
2010-2011 Budget Reductions by Level
Description
Amount
LEVEL 3 Most Significant Impact
$424,257
CULINARY TEACHER 1.0 FTE AT FHS
$66,189
● Eliminates FHS Culinary program in existence since 1986- 75 current students (full Culinary program impacted 91 students)
.8 FTE LATIN AT IAR
$43, 600
● Eliminates IAR Latin middle school program, complete elimination of Latin in FPS system; 270 students currently enrolled at IAR
.6 FTE ELEMENTARY STRINGS
$32,699
● Reduced FPS Elementary Strings Programs in existence since 1984. Cut will reconfigure delivery of program 2-4 grades,
reduce number of classes for instruction, increase class size, reduction of programs and events currently held
FHS TUTOR (585 HOURS)
● Reduces the number of students who will receive tutorials
$11,945
75 FHS COMPUTERS, PRINTERS, SWITCHES
$75,000
● Elimination of replacement computers at FHS. Current computers are between 5-8 years old and unable to effectively run
programs. The computers are for teacher and student use
WW 37 COMPUTERS
$55,500
● Current computers are 8 years old. The reduction of teacher computers will impact access and integration of technology
into daily classroom instruction
IAR COMPUTERS, SWITCHES
$52,300
● Elimination of replacement computers at IAR. Current computers are 9 years old and unable to run educational software
programs effectively
ELIMINATE 1 BUS
● Approximately 100 students reassigned to other buses
$37,7 84
IAR TEACHER STATIONS
$32,175
● Elimination of teacher computer stations at IAR. Unable to access and integrate technology in daily lessons
CULINARY SUPPLIES
$ 6,800
● Eliminates FHS Culinary supplies that supports the program (full Culinary program impacted 91 students)
MISC. SUPPLIES-DISTRICTWIDE
$10,265
● Supplies reduced across all schools and programs. Unable to purchase essential supplies
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2010-2011Budget Reductions by Level (cont’d)
Description
Amount
LEVEL 2 Significant Impact
PREPURCHASE SUPPLIES/EQUIPMENT
TRANSPORTATION UHARTFORD MAGNET
● No longer providing transportation to this magnet
$131,834
$50,000
$20,984
INTERSCHOLASTIC PAY TO PARTICIPATE
$20,000
● Increase by $25 per sport at FHS (impacts all students in interscholastic sports at FHS)
DISCONTINUE CABE MEMBERSHIP/SERVICES
$15,000
● BOE professional organization; discontinue membership and services (legal, policy, etc.)
WEST DISTRICT SCHOOL FOLDING WALL PROJECT
$11,500
● Replacement of Folding Wall (that is between 2 classrooms) with sheetrock wall. All other folding walls in district have
been removed. Folding walls are poor quality for classroom environment (noise, etc.)
REDUCE ASSESSMENTS
$ 5,000
● Eliminated: Unable to implement international assessment (measuring high school achievement internationally)
INCREASE FHS SUMMER SCHOOL
$ 3,850
● Increase tuition from $50 to $100; curriculum based/credit courses, may impact enrollment due to increased fees
REDUCE COMMUNITY RELATIONS ACCOUNT
● Will attempt to secure corporate sponsorship for recognition events
$ 3,000
REDUCE SP ED TUITION
$ 2,500
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2010-2011Budget Reductions by Level (cont’d)
Description
Amount
LEVEL 1 Least Significant Impact
$39,657
ELECTRICITY ADJUSTMENT – RATE DECREASE
$22,529
● Rate decrease received after budget was passed in February
FHS MUSIC STANDS
$ 5,500
● Eliminated: Stands, risers and electronic piano in need of replacement due to condition of equipment
UNIVERSAL SERVICE FUND
● Reduction of broadband enhancements to our cable services
$ 5,000
EF ADJUSTABLE DESKS AND CHAIRS
$ 1,935
● Eliminated: No reserves. Custodians will utilize parts of existing furniture from throughout the school district
IAR OUTDOOR PROJECT
$ 1,500
● Eliminates landscaping project
SPECIAL SERVICES EQUIPMENT
● Will attempt to secure grant funding
$ 1,500
EF REPLACEMENT TABLES
● Eliminated: Tables in disrepair
WD MUSIC STANDS
● Eliminated: Music stands broken
$ 1,243
TOWN COUNCIL REDUCTIONS
TOTAL REDUCTIONS
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$ 450
$595,748
$1,562,193
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Salaries-100
67.96%

Provides funding for school district
employees including teachers

The net loss in 2009-10 of 17.25 teaching
positions has not been restored in 201011

Account reflects the reduction of Culinary
Arts (1.0), Latin (.8) and Strings (.6)
teachers

Stipends for interscholastic coaches were
reduced pursuant to an increase of $25
for “pay to participate”

Account reflects the following negotiated
increases:
100 Salaries
200 Benefits
300 Services
400 Supplies
500 Equipment
600 Dues & Fees
2010-11 Board Budget
2009-10 Approved Budget
Total Increase Requested
Percentage Increase
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$34,994,371
$33,732,836
$ 1,261,535
3.74%
Teachers
52% receiving
2.55% GWI
48% receiving
2.55% GWI plus step
Administrators
3.40%
Classified Staff
3.35%
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Benefits-200
14.27%
100 Salaries
200 Benefits
300 Services
400 Supplies
500 Equipment
600 Dues & Fees
 Significant Increase in funding due to use
of reserve last year, enabling Town and
Board to reduce FY 2010 budget
 Provides 100% of Expected Paid Claims
and Administration of Employee Health
Insurance
 Farmington ranks 161st out of 169 towns in
Cost of Employee Benefits
 Farmington Employee Utilization of Health
Care Services is significantly below industry
average
Medical Claims Paid Per Member:
Industry Average: $3,497
Farmington:
$2,799
2010-11 Board Budget
2009-10 Approved Budget
Total Increase Requested
Percentage Increase
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$7,349,677
$6,541,604
$ 808,073
12.35%
Emergency Room Claims Per Visit:
Industry Average: $629
Farmington:
$396
 BID on life insurance saved over $29,000
 Provision for unemployment insurance was
increased last year in anticipation of
significant layoffs.
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Services-300
14.09%
100 Salaries
200 Benefits
300 Services
400 Supplies
500 Equipment
600 Dues & Fees
2010-11 Board Budget
2009-10 Approved Budget
Total Increase Requested
Percentage Increase
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$7,255,484
$7,278,872
-$
23,388
-.32%
 The Board’s management of its public
utility needs has enabled instructional
programs to be spared
 Special Education requirements impose
additional transportation pressure on the
budget
 Account provides for Professional
Development Programs to improve
teaching and learning
 District took advantage of Dual Fuel
Capacity to limit energy costs
 Account provides for Building Repairs to
address the needs of 668,155 Square Feet
of Town/School Buildings. Specific
projects were reduced for FY 2011 due to
budget contraints
 Postage Services for Town and Board have
been centralized
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Supplies-400
 Library books have been reduced in
response to the on-going economic
situation
2.84%
100 Salaries
200 Benefits
300 Services
400 Supplies
500 Equipment
600 Dues & Fees
2010-11 Board Budget
2009-10 Approved Budget
Total Increase Requested
Percentage Increase
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 Some funding has been restored to the
Curriculum Development Budget after the
severe cut in 2009-10
$1,460,589
$1,435,649
$
24,940
1.74%
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Equipment -500
.30%
100 Salaries
200 Benefits
300 Services
 The Equipment section was
significantly reduced from the
Superintendent’s request in order
to retain instructional personnel
400 Supplies
500 Equipment
600 Dues & Fees
2010-11 Board Budget
2009-10 Approved Budget
Total Increase Requested
Percentage Increase
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$152,992
$204,769
-$51,777
-25.29%
 Last year’s appropriation only
provided for eighty computers at
West Woods to replace the seven
year old machines at that location
 Elimination of computers means
that instructional programs will not
be able to run on old machines
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Dues and Fees-600
0.54%
100 Salaries
200 Benefits
300 Services
400 Supplies
 The decrease in the account
reflects the anticipation of
lower property and casualty
premiums
500 Equipment
600 Dues & Fees
2010-11 Board Budget
2009-10 Approved Budget
Total Increase Requested
Percentage Increase
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$278,079
$317,032
- $38,953
-12.29%
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Farmington Public Schools
Board of Education’s 2010 – 2011 Budget
Collaboration and Communication
Self Direction and Resourcefulness
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Problem Solving and Innovation
Critical Thinking and Reasoning
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