4/1/26 - Bradley County Education Committee

The Bradley County Education Committee met on April 1, 2026, to discuss the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and district enrollment projections. The budget discussion focused on capital projects including ongoing construction and expansions at schools such as Hopewell and Waterville, with updates on project timelines and funding sources. The committee reviewed revenue projections, including local property and sales tax growth, state TISA funding, and anticipated health insurance cost increases. Personnel considerations included step raises, new positions like a behavior classroom, and attrition of certified and classified staff. The committee also addressed compliance with supplement-not-supplant funding rules for Title I schools and fund balance requirements. Enrollment projections were discussed with emphasis on the challenges of accurate student counts, open enrollment requirements, and the impact of rezoning and new subdivisions on capacity planning. The committee highlighted the need for ongoing monitoring of enrollment data and state funding formulas to inform budget and staffing decisions.