Submitted by Lisa Connelly, RSD 17 Board of Education
(February 26, 2026) — Regional School District 17 and the Board of Education invite residents, families, staff and community members to attend an upcoming series of budget workshops and information sessions. These meetings are open to the public and designed to provide clear information about the district’s proposed budget, financial outlook and priorities for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
Community members are welcome to attend as audience members to learn more about the
budget development process and the factors shaping the district’s financial planning. A
designated opportunity for public input will be provided during the Community Input Session on March 17, 2026.
Schedule and Topics
Budget Presentation and Joint Meeting with Town Leaders
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
HKIMS Cafeteria
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Workshop 1: Budget Overview and Key Drivers
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.
HKIMS Library
Focus:
● Enrollment trends
● Revenue assumptions
● Budget timeline
● Technology
Major Cost Drivers:
● Salaries
● Insurance
● Transportation
● Special Education
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Workshop 2: District and Pupil Services
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
HKHS Community Room
Focus: District
● Staffing changes
● Salaries & benefits
● Facilities/maintenance
● Utilities/energy
Pupil Services
● Special Education
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Community Input Session
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
HKHS Auditorium
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Workshop 3: Curriculum and School Budgets
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
HKHS Community Room
Focus:
● Curriculum and Instruction
School-Level Budgets
● BES/KES
● HKIS
● HKMS
● HKHS
All workshops and meetings are open to the public. Community members are encouraged to attend to stay informed about the district’s budget planning process. For more information, please visit the district website (www.rsd17.org) or contact the Superintendent’s Office.
