Throughout the 25-26 Plainville Community Schools budget preparation process, our school district remains steadfast in aligning our financial planning with our strategic plan and core priorities of Mastery, Equity, Community Connections, and Systems and Operations. Our decisions are guided by our commitment to ensuring equitable opportunities and experiences for all students, while providing the resources and support necessary to help them thrive now and in the future. Through a collective focus and careful stewardship of resources, we strive to strengthen and enhance the tenets and systems that drive success in our classrooms, in our schools, and in our community. By maintaining an equity lens on the budget process, we ensure that our investments reflect our district's Goals and Beliefs, and meet the diverse needs of our students, families and staff.
We invite you to be part of the budget preparation process in reviewing the information provided on this website, submitting questions through the "Q & A" feature, attending budget meetings, and voting on April 29, 2025.
Superintendent's Budget Presentation to the Board of Education 1/14/25: This presentation by the Superintendent to the Board of Education provided the overview that then led into the budget details. The Superintendent's Budget was adjusted by the Board of Education at their regular meeting of 2/10/25, noted below. The Budget Summary and Details below reflect these changes.
FY25 Forecast & FY26 Budget Book: Fiscal Year 2025 Forecast | Board of Education Budget Summary | Board of Education Budget Details
Board of Education Budget Workshops: Budget Workshop #2 1/16/25 | Budget Workshop #3 1/21/25
Board of Education Budget: Budget Discussion and Vote 2/10/25 | Presentation to the Town Council and BOE 3/3/25 ª
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Budget Calendar : Budget meeting dates and tasks ending with the town budget vote
Five Year Capital Plan Proposal Approved by the BOE 12/9/24 : The first phase of the budget process is the development of a five year capital plan. Items included here are significant projects or initiatives that preserve, enhance, or expand the District's resources and assets. These improvements include any efforts with costs exceeding $5,000 or a total five-year expenditure of $50,000 or more, and a lifespan of over one year. Additionally, computer and information technology equipment are included in the Capital Improvement Plan due to their strategic and non-recurring nature. The Board approved the 2025 - 2030 capital plan proposal at its regular meeting of December 9, 2024 and details are included in the link above.