The superintendent told the board the district is proposing an $800-per-pupil operating levy to preserve class sizes, retain staff and protect safety systems; the district estimates an average homeowner would pay about $21 per month if the measure passes.

The SD 45 Board of Education placed a tax-rate referendum on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot that would raise the rate by 26.7¢ per $100 and generate about $4.4 million annually; administrators said failing the measure would require roughly $2.5 million in additional cuts over several years, including potential staff reductions and program eliminations.

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Broker emphasizes community support for maintaining local schools and reducing class sizes.

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A state legislator told Bemidji ISD 31 board members on Oct. 20 that a teacher survey he circulated showed student behavior, large class sizes, meeting diverse learning needs and mental health as top priorities for legislative attention.

Board members debated ASD Memorandum 178 (BP 6151), with governance chair Member Mcdana saying the attached draft did not reflect the committee’s direction and administration and others saying removing it risks missing a statutory deadline. The motion to strike failed and the agenda was adopted.

Methuen's school officials express alarm over proposed budget cuts impacting education quality.

Teacher warns increased class sizes will worsen mental health and behavioral issues in schools.

School budget cuts lead to reduced support for special education and increased class sizes.