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2014-2015 BUDGET PRESENTATION “ Building for the Future”

2014-2015 BUDGET PRESENTATION “ Building for the Future”. North Plainfield School District. BUDGET DEVELOPMENT September 2013 – March 2014. Six Months in the Making Developed by Leadership Team Reviewed by Finance and Facilities Committee Reviewed and Approved by Board of Education

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2014-2015 BUDGET PRESENTATION “ Building for the Future”

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  1. 2014-2015 BUDGET PRESENTATION“Building for the Future” North Plainfield School District

  2. BUDGET DEVELOPMENTSeptember 2013 – March 2014 • Six Months in the Making • Developed by Leadership Team • Reviewed by Finance and Facilities Committee • Reviewed and Approved by Board of Education • Reviewed by County Education Office • Approved by Executive County Superintendent

  3. NORTH PLAINFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICTIn an effort to maintain a comprehensive, thorough and efficient preschool through high school education program, the 2014-2015 budget emphasizes the following district goals: • To continue to improve upon the level of educational excellence for every student; • To continue to incorporate technology into the educational process to enhance the success of students; • To continue to develop a long-range facilities plan that balances program need with the financial constraints of the budget, and • To foster positive perceptions of the district through improved communications at all levels of the school community

  4. PROGRAMS & CURRICULUMRestored * Added * Expanded English/Language Arts/Literacy New English Language Arts Literacy Series for grades K-5: Good Habits, Great Readers and Write Habits, Common Core Edition, Published by Pearson.

  5. PROGRAMS & CURRICULUMRestored * Added * Expanded Athletics Restored:JV Cheerleading (Fall) JV Girls’ Tennis (Fall) New: JV Boys’ Tennis (Spring) Health/Physical Education New: NJROTC Drill Team, School-Based Extra-Curricular Program Weekly morning and afternoon practices, along with multiple drill competitions throughout the school year support the inclusion as a school- based extra-curricular program. Performing Arts Expanded: Dance II This course will expand upon knowledge learned in Dance I from a historical, choreographic and performance perspective. It is designed for the serious student of dance. The course will focus on advanced beginner to intermediate technical work, repertory, and the development of performance quality in the following genres of dance: ballet, modern, jazz, tap and hip hop.

  6. PROGRAMS & CURRICULUMRestored * Added * Expanded . World Languages/English as a Second Language Spanish Program for Grades 3-4 A technology-based program through AVENTA On- line Learning and Middlebury College Concurrent Enrollment in French and Spanish (New) Social Studies Curriculum redevelopment for grades K-11 Continued use of the Document Based Question Science Preparation for next generation Science Standards Expansion of Research and Design Expansion of Project Lead the Way

  7. PROGRAMS & CURRICULUMRestored * Added * Expanded . • Project Lead the Way, A Bio-Medical Sciences Program • NPHS is a member of the Project Lead the Way network of schools. For 2014-2015 we are offering both the first, Principles of Biomedical Sciences, and the second course, Human Body Systems, in the four-course series in the Bio-Medical Sciences program in Project Lead the Way. Project Lead the Way’s comprehensive curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, innovation, and real-world problem solving.

  8. PROGRAMS & CURRICULUMRestored * Added * Expanded . Technology • Robotics, Grades 6,7, and for 2014-2015 in Grade 8 • Additional Course in Computers (Video Editing), Grade 7 • Cisco-IT Essentials Course, High School Curriculum covers the fundamentals of computer hardware and software as well as advanced concepts such as security, networking, and the responsibilities of an ICT professional. Science, Math, and Technology Johnson and Johnson Partnership Technology Awareness Program (TAP) Students are exposed to information technology careers in hands-on experiences

  9. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

  10. PROGRAMS & CURRICULUMRestored * Added * Expanded Mathematics • Grades 6-9: Continue to provide a double period of math in grades 6-9 to the following students through the use of the Carnegie Learning Programs: All Grade 6 students. This allows advanced students to progress through seventh grade material in the online program when they are ready.  Identified students in Grade 7 and 8 Identified Grade 9 students for Math 9K (remedial) and Algebra 1K (on level with additional time) • Elementary: Newest version of Everyday Math in Grades K-2. The program has again been revised to more closely align with the CCSS. This does not represent any additional expense to the district because all teacher's materials will be provided free of charge and we would have purchased the students' materials anyway. • NPHS: Quantitative Reasoning, a new RVCC concurrent enrollment course

  11. PROGRAMS & CURRICULUMRestored * Added * Expanded NPHS • Concurrent Enrollment Continues in Biology, French, Spanish, English, and Math • North Plainfield High School continues to partner with Raritan Valley Community College to offer college credits to high school juniors or seniors. Students must have a B average, be enrolled in a course taught by a teacher with an advanced degree in the content area, and place into the course via Accuplacer or SAT scores. Students enrolled in the course will receive two transcripts, North Plainfield High School and Raritan Valley Community College. Concurrent enrollment is being increased to 37 college credits being offered in 12 different course at NPHS. We project that approximately 60 students will be able to participate in this program with many participating in multiple courses.

  12. PROGRAMS & CURRICULUMRestored * Added * Expanded NPHS • Option II (Expanded) An innovative and creative way for students to earn high school credits for learning experiences outside of the traditional classroom. Independent Studies, Internships, On-line Courses (Aventa Learning), Community Service Online Courses • Students learn at their own speed, at times convenient to them. Students work at home and/or use the high school computer labs during study hall, lunch, and after school. Additionally, the computer labs at Somerset School are available to students in the early evening and in the summer. • Performance and Achievement System for Success (P.A.S.S.): Program adjusted to meet student and teacher needs

  13. PROGRAMS & CURRICULUMRestored * Added * Expanded NPHS • Bridge to Employment (BTE) • Last school year, 44 members from the Class of 2016 were selected to participate in Johnson & Johnson and RVCC’s Bridge-To-Employment program, which is supported by a $100,000 grant. As a BTE cohort, students get career mentors from J &J and are exposed to careers in the science, technology, engineering, math, and medical fields. Two of our students are going to Cork, Ireland in October as representatives from our site. • SAT Preparation • North Plainfield High School has partnered with the Estelle Finkel Center for Learning to provide SAT preparation for 100 NPHS students. This $900 program is being offered for $190 per student. District pays $95; student pays $95.

  14. PROGRAMS & CURRICULUMRestored * Added * Expanded NPHS Counseling/Career Education NAVIANCE • A college and career readiness platform that helps connect academic achievement to post-secondary goals. Its comprehensive college and career planning solutions optimize student success, enhance school counselor productivity, and track results for school and district administrators. Students can send applications, letters of recommendation and transcripts to colleges, universities and trade schools electronically through Naviance.

  15. PROGRAMS & CURRICULUMRestored * Added * Expanded NPHS • Alternative Programs • Bridge Program: Special Needs Academy, Grades 7-12 Pathways 2 (Two Periods) Prepares students for obtaining career knowledge, skills, and abilities to become productive working members of 21st century society.  Students as second year “employees” are expected to demonstrate initiative, leadership, positive work attitudes, and prior knowledge of work responsibilities. The Business Center, Horticulture Centers, and Food Services Center combined with the Photo Shoppe provide students with a diversity of opportunities to discover their strength and preferences. • Alternative Program, General Education, Grades 9-12 Career Awareness Program • Assist students in preparing for post high school education and developing career readiness

  16. PROGRAMS & CURRICULUMRestored * Added * Expanded District • Summer Programs Special Education Extended School Year (ESY) program is a true extension of the academic year Academic Support, ESL, Kindergarten Readiness, Grades Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 4 Math and Language Arts, Grades 5-8 The five week summer school program requires students to attend class once a week on the day designated for their grade to complete a 45 minute session online per assigned subject. Students are then required to complete another 45 minute session independently at home. NPHS, Grades 9-12 Credit Recovery through Aventa Learning on-line program; students pay per course; facilitated through Alternative Program Advanced Credit through on-line courses for courses not offered in NPHS

  17. STAFF Added * Expanded Teachers: Special Education, MS/HS: 1 Wilson Reading Specialist: 1 Academic Support, Somerset School: 1 Other: School Psychologist: 1 Assistant Principal, West End School: 1 Speech Therapist: 1 School Counselor, West End School: 1 JV Coaches for Boys Tennis, Girls Tennis, and Cheerleading: 3 Advisors, NJROTC Drill Team: 2

  18. TECHNOLOGY Laptop Computers, All Schools iPads Expanded, Grade 9 and 10 Epson Interactive Projectors, NPHS, Somerset, East End

  19. TECHNOLOGY iPad Initiative All grade 9 and 10 students will have or receive an iPad for use in all instructional areas. Students will learn to post their assignments and send them electronically to their teachers, be provided with textbooks online, and use them throughout their classes as teachers will integrate additional technology. Interactive Whiteboards Continue to purchase Epson Interactive whiteboards for integration of instruction and for students to participate in activities that will better prepare them for the PARCC testing. Expanded Learning Options Cisco – IT Essentials course for high school students, Carnegie Math, My Access, Fast For Word, 9th and 10th grade online textbooks, Aventa Learning, Middlebury Language Program, Discovery Learning, Compass Learning and/or Study Island, NWEA Measures of Academic Progress (MAP)math, language arts, and reading on-line assessments Laptops for Instructional Use Laptops will continue to be purchased for integration of technology across the district and for PARCC on-line testing.

  20. TECHNOLOGY Expanded Management Software Repertoire • OnCourse • Schoolwires • Aesop • VeriTime • Genesis (NJASK, HSPA, PASS, DRA’s, SAT’s, PSAT’s, and IEPS) • Systems 3000 • AlertNow phone calling/email system • Teachscape • Applitrack • On-line Professional Development

  21. FACILITIES IMPROVEMENTS SDA GRANT PROJECTS • Fire and Intrusion Alarm System Replacement: High School East End School West End School Stony Brook School

  22. FACILITIES IMPROVEMENTS/MAINTENANCE High School & Middle School Additional Security Cameras, Drop Ceiling Replacements Stairwell Door Replacements East End School Painting and Repairs West End School Painting and Repairs Stony Brook School Additional Security Cameras, Expansion of Existing Kitchen Area, Painting and Repairs Harrison School Painting and Flooring Repairs Somerset School Additional Security Cameras

  23. HOW DO WE BALANCE THE BUDGET? Revenue • Secure Grants (Federal, State, Local, School Development Authority) • Property Taxes (Legislated Cap on Increase 2%) • State Aid • Surplus (Prior Year Savings) • Miscellaneous Revenue Expenses • Provide Appropriate Staffing • Provide Effective Instruction and Programs • Control Line Item Expenses • Support State-Mandated Initiatives (Evaluation System, PARCC Testing)

  24. STATE AID IMPACT FOR THE 2014-2015 SCHOOL BUDGET State aid (under adequacy) is being increased by .27% of 2013-2014 General Operating Budget which is an increase of $67,160 Additional assessment for Debt Service on previously completed SDA Grant Projects: -$196,636 Reduction of Early Childhood Aid: -$148,824 Total Impact of Revenue, Reductions, and Assessment from the State = Decrease of -$81,664 State Aid represents 42% of the total School Budgeted Revenue which is the same level as 2013-2014

  25. STATE AID VS. LOCAL TAX LEVY FACTORS - • Surplus from 2012-2013 budget used to support expenditures, increased from the prior year by $745,350 • State Aid only increased by .27% over prior year. • Local Tax Levy increased for this year = 2%

  26. WHERE DOES THE REVENUE COME FROM? Misc. Revenue = $32,282 SEMI Program = $38,341 Fund Balance = $3,076,560 Local Tax Levy = $28,490,467 State Aid = $24,652,565 Revenue Generated to Support Operating Budget Total = $56,290,215

  27. WHERE DOES THE REVENUE COME FROM? Total Revenue = $59,801,589 State and Federal = $26,874,208 -1.0% Local Tax Levy Gen Fund & Debt Service = $29,779,840 +2.0% Savings from Prior Year (Fund 10 & 40) = $ 3,076,918 + 31.97% Medicaid Reimb. (SEMI) = $ 38,341 - 29.02% Misc. Income = $ 32,282+115.21%

  28. APPROPRIATIONS WHERE DOES THE MONEY GET SPENT? Total Expenditures = $59,801,589 Classroom Instruction= $ 20,202,942 34.0% Special Education= $ 11,041,867 18.5% Employee Benefits= $ 9,818,114 16.0% Operations & Maintenance= $ 5,634,935 9.5% Administration= $ 4,899,068 8.0% Classroom Support= $ 3,885,654 7.0% Capital Expenditures= $ 2,071,729 3.5% Debt Service= $ 1,289,731 2.0% Other Programs= $ 658,524 1.0% Charter Schools= $ 299,025 .5%

  29. COST CONTAINMENT MEASURES • Cooperative Purchasing (SCESC, MSESC, Transportation, Labor) • Special Education (Tuition Savings – Autistic Program, Bridge Program, Pathways Program, Alternative HS Program) • Energy Savings Initiatives (Member of ACES, Demand Response Program, Solar Panels) • Energy Grants – PSE&G various district wide lighting improvements • E-Rate Reimbursements (Data Network Solutions, Verizon, X-Tell) • Telecommunication Cooperative Purchasing (ACT) • Cooperative Purchasing of Property Insurance and Workers Compensation through Diploma Joint Insurance Fund • Purchasing of Gasoline and Road Hazard materials from the Borough • SEMI Federal Reimbursement Program for Related Costs • SDA Grants for facilities projects

  30. GENERAL FUND TOTAL OPERATING BUDGET

  31. BUDGET COMPARISON

  32. COMPARISON COST PER PUPIL

  33. SCHOOL TAX LEVY2014-2015 BUDGET 20142015Diff. Local Tax Levy Gen. 27,931,831 28,490,467 2% Local Tax Levy Debt 1,331,222 1,289,373 -3% Tax Impact This Year Equals an Increase of $516,787.00

  34. SCHOOL TAX LEVY 20132014% + or - • Annual Levy 28,983,121 29,521,446 2.00% • Ratables 1,680,161,816 1,600,850,735 (5.00%) • School Tax Rate 1.725 1.844 7.00% • Avg. Residential 255,405 244,018 (4.46%) Property Assessment • Avg. School Tax 4,405 4,499 1.38% FINANCIAL IMPACT OF ANNUAL TAX = $94.17 per household

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