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Heads up! We have scanned the upcoming agenda for Oconomowoc Area School District. We found 3 items that need your immediate attention before the vote.
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New Spending to Extend Student Device Leases
Under Item 2.A, the budget includes a $92,136 ‘lease buyout to support extending the use of devices for another year.’ This locks in more screen time for students without public evidence that these devices are improving academic outcomes.
Recommended Action Plan
Email the Board (contact info on the district website): ‘Before voting on the budget (Item 2.A), please publish the independent, non-vendor-supplied evidence showing these devices produce academic gains, and state how much daily screen time they add. We need proof of value before approving more spending on screen-based learning.’
💰 Impact: $92,136+
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| MONITOR (LEVEL 5) |
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Gifted & Talented Program Staffing Reduced
The district’s final budget (Item 2.A) reveals a reduction in full-time staff (FTE) for the Gifted & Talented program. The district is replacing a dedicated staff position with a smaller stipend for ‘GT testing responsibilities,’ which could reduce the support and advocacy available for gifted students.
Recommended Action Plan
Email the Board before the vote (contact info on the district website): ‘Regarding the budget (Item 2.A), what is the exact reduction in FTE for the Gifted & Talented program, and how will the district ensure services are not diminished by replacing a staff member with a testing stipend? Parents deserve a clear plan before you approve this budget.’
💰 Impact: Reduced GT Program Support
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| ALERT (LEVEL 4) |
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Budget Funds ‘Mental Health Grant’
The final budget includes $62,500 from a ‘Mental Health Grant.’ While the amount has decreased, this type of funding can be a trojan horse for school-based services or surveys that operate outside of direct parental oversight.
Recommended Action Plan
Email the Board (contact info on the district website): ‘Regarding the Mental Health Grant in the budget (Item 2.A), what specific programs, vendors, or staff does this $62,500 fund? Parents must be able to review all materials and opt-out forms before this budget is approved.’
💰 Impact: Your Child’s Privacy
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