Doctor Garrison outlines referendum goals for staff compensation and academic support in Beloit.

Scores of current and former Beloit Learning Academy (BLA) students, parents and staff told the board June 16 that closing or moving BLA would harm students who rely on its smaller classes and wraparound supports. The board did not take a final action and requested more detailed budget and facilities options at the next meeting.

Facing a roughly $5.7 million gap, the Beloit School District administration presented three options that trade staff cuts and building reconfigurations against one-time retirement (OPED) funds and a possible referendum. The board asked for committee input and more enrollment projections before deciding.

Administrators proposed cutting roughly $4.6 million for 2026–27 (now noted as $5.0M after a transportation adjustment), largely through attrition (45.5 FTE), 10% building budgets, ending some summer transportation and reducing middle-school/freshman athletics; the board asked for detailed staffing and program plans and did not vote on the package.

Multiple school counselors and parents told the School District of Beloit board on April 21 that proposed cuts to elementary counseling and health staff would worsen unsafe behavior and create medical risks for students with chronic conditions, urging the board to preserve those positions.

A public commenter and an email urged the School District of Beloit board to accept a $2,500,000 Hendricks Family Foundation offer for tutoring and staff leadership training to improve reading outcomes; board members debated process and whether to hold a public workshop or combine discussion with planned assistant superintendent interviews.

The Beloit School District board unanimously approved a balanced $2025-26 budget and a fiscal-year tax levy at its Oct. 27 meeting, citing final October state revenue figures, a modest fund-balance increase and a 2.95% staff salary increase.

Beloit food service team showcases program success and seeks community partnership for future.

Jeff Stenders reports $20,000 savings and aims to reduce credit recovery rates.

Organizations must adhere to new policy compliance within 10 days.

Board approves changes to acknowledge contributors with gifts over $100 each month.

District celebrates three years of academic growth, exceeds state benchmarks, yet seeks further improvements.

School board discusses educator trauma awareness and announces summer school plans for students.