SASD Successfully Passes 2024 Operational Referendum
The Stoughton Area School District is delighted to announce that the Operational Referendum has passed successfully. This development represents a significant stride towards addressing the district's budget shortfall and ensuring essential resources are available to support the district's reading and math objectives.
STOUGHTON, WI, April 2, 2024 — The Stoughton Area School District is delighted to announce that the Operational Referendum has passed successfully. This development represents a significant stride towards addressing the district's budget shortfall and ensuring essential resources are available to support the district's reading and math objectives.
The four-year, stepped-up recurring referendum begins with $4.3 million for the 2024-25 school year, with an additional $600,000 added each year for the next three years. This funding will help to avoid budget deficits, maintain ongoing programs and services, and enable the hiring of additional staff to support students with reading, math achievement, and mental health.
With a total of $6.1 million by 2027-28 and onwards, the Stoughton Area School District will be able to overcome the significant challenges posed by budget constraints and continue to uphold the high standards of education that the district is committed to.
The funds generated from the referendum will be allocated towards various initiatives. These include hiring additional qualified staff and providing necessary resources to enhance learning experiences. The aim is to create a supportive and enriching environment for all students, enabling them to achieve their full potential.
We would like to express our gratitude to all the eligible voters who participated in the April 2, 2024 election. The success of this referendum is crucial for the continued growth and success of our students and the community as a whole.
The next school board meeting will be held on April 8 at 6:30pm at the District Office Board Room. For more information about the Operational Referendum, please visit the Stoughton Area School District website or contact the district administration office at referendum@stoughton.k12.wi.us.