NPSD School Committee | Jan 28, 2026

The NPSD School Committee held a meeting on January 28, 2026, where they approved previous meeting minutes and recognized local schools for environmental and sportsmanship awards. The committee reviewed and discussed the proposed fiscal year 2027 operating budget, which requests a total of approximately $68.3 million, including a $1.3 million (3.94%) increase in town appropriations within the state-mandated 4% cap. Key budget drivers include contractual salary increases, healthcare, pension costs, transportation, and potential federal funding cuts. The committee also approved the renewal of a service agreement for an employee assistance program and a contract renewal with Speech Services Rhode Island LLC. A budget workshop was scheduled for February 4, 2026, to further discuss funding needs and advocacy efforts related to state education funding formulas and special education costs.