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BCPS FY2026 Proposed Budget

The Proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget reflects the ongoing work of the school system to fast forward student achievement.

The proposed budget represents a $126.4 million increase (6.5 percent) over the current FY2025 general fund budget. The budget maintains key investments that will ensure all students excel and reach their highest potential and underscores our commitment to recruiting, retaining, and supporting a diverse and high-performing workforce.

The investments outlined in the adopted FY2026 operating budget are aligned with the system’s four priority areas:

  • Academic achievement
  • Infrastructure
  • Safety and climate
  • Highly effective teachers, leaders, and staff

BCPS FY2026 Proposed Budget Quick Links

Highlights from the proposed FY2026 operating budget include:

  • Compensation enhancements for all staff.
  • Additional special education teachers, paraeducators, and additional adult assistants.
  • Maintains reduced class sizes in Grades 3-5.
  • Expansion of full-day Prekindergarten classes.
  • Career and Technical Education (CTE) program enhancements.
  • Additional athletic trainers.
  • Additional funding for the Extended School Year (ESY) programs

Read the press release


FY2025:
FY2025 Adopted Operating Budget
FY2025 Proposed Operating Budget
FY2025 Superintendent's Budget Presentation

FY2025 About Us: BCPS By The Numbers
FY2025 Response to Board Members' Questions 012324 Set #1
FY2025 Response to Board Members’ Questions 020924 Set #2


FY2024:
FY2024 Adopted Operating Budget.pdf
FY2024 Board Proposed Operating Budget
FY2024 Proposed Operating Budget
FY2024 Superintendent's Budget Presentation
FY2024 Response to Board Members' Questions 012423 Set #1
FY2024 Response to Board Members' Questions 020323 Set #2
FY2024 Response to Board Members' Questions 021023 Set #3
FY2024 Response to Board Members' Questions 022323 Set #4

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