Overview of the Spring 2025 Budget Release
On January 15, 2025, the Clark County School District provided school principals with the estimated amount of money allocated to each local school precinct for the 2025–2026 school year, as outlined in NRS 388G. In compliance with state law, the projected allocations utilize estimates for staffing, including licensed professionals, support professionals, and school-based administrator salaries. In addition, the allocations are based on projected enrollments for the upcoming school year and funding projections. Principals use these figures to collaborate with their School Organizational Team (SOT) to determine their school budget, including staffing, for the upcoming school year.
Projected Enrollment Changes and Their Impact
Similar to other districts across the nation, the District anticipates an overall decrease in student enrollment of approximately 3,000 students for the 2025–2026 school year. These student enrollment projections vary by school and are included in the Spring 2025 school budgets for each school.
Legislative Considerations for School Budgets
The District will also keep principals informed about the impact of legislation on their school budgets as the Nevada Legislature deliberates on school funding in the upcoming months.
Addressing Challenges in the Budget Process
The District has been engaged in a continuous improvement process focusing on school budgets to address challenges experienced in Fall 2024, including insufficient process documentation and communication and organizational and process silos.
New Tools and Resources for Principals
The District has also developed new resources to support principals in the school budget process. These include:
- An end-to-end process map
- A budget comparison tool
- A technical manual
- Enrollment models
- SOT guidance
- A checklist to review projections and allocations
Continuous Improvement in School Budget Development
These resources are part of CCSD’s ongoing efforts to enhance transparency, support school leaders, and refine the budgeting process to meet the needs of students, staff, and communities.
