Ridgefield Schools: Balancing the Books Mid-Year

Ridgefield's schools are keeping a close eye on their money. They've checked in halfway through the year and things seem okay. But there are some worries, like special education costs and health benefits. Special education is a big deal. It's costing more than expected. The district is spending extra on helpers and speech services. But they're getting more money back from the state than they thought. So, it might balance out.Health benefits are looking better. Employees aren't using as much medical care as expected. This could help keep costs down next year. Utilities are a mixed bag. Some costs are lower, others are higher. But overall, it's not too bad. The school board also talked about small gifts and donations. They even moved some money around in the cheerleading program. One member wanted to see clearer reports to help plan for the future. All in all, Ridgefield schools are doing okay. But they need to keep an eye on those big costs.