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Owatonna School Board Faces Financial Strain Amid Rising Special Education Costs and Funding Gaps
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Overview: In a recent Owatonna School Board meeting, the board confronted financial challenges driven by declining federal aid and mounting special education costs. With the expiration of critical federal grants, the district anticipates a $3 million reduction in aid, placing pressure on the budget and raising concerns about sustainability.
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School Board
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Notability Score:
Not Rated
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State:
Minnesota
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County:
Steele County
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Towns:
Aurora Township, Blooming Grove Township, Claremont Township, Clinton Falls Township, Deerfield Township, Ellington Township, Havana Township, Lemond Township, Medford, Medford Township, Meriden Township, Merton Township, Otisco Township, Owatonna, Owatonna Township, Ripley Township, Somerset Township, Summit Township, Woodville Township
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