2019–2020 District Budget District Advisory Council

1. 2019–2020 District Budget District Advisory Council March 7, 2019 Dr. Keith P. Posley Superintendent Presenter: Lynn Ruhl, Interim Director of Financial Planning & Budget Services

2. 5 Priorities for Success

3. Budget Process Agenda • General budget information • Inputs to school budget preparation • School budgets and changes • School collaboration • Budget reviews • Board meetings • Public input on the Proposed Budget

4. Where does the money go? Based on Current Year Data 88¢ Schools and School Accounts 6¢ Central Services 6¢ Other Accounts (debt, insurances and other central costs

5. Governor Evers’ State Budget Address Items that could impact MPS • Homeless Support – although this will help our homeless families it will not increase revenues to MPS. • Re-enactment of the Two-Thirds funding of school districts by the state – this does not increase revenues to MPS but may create savings for our taxpayers. • Increase in Special Education funding – this could increase MPS total revenue. • Any increases in funding may help MPS; however, until we see what will actually go through the legislature we cannot recognize this potential increase in revenues.

6. MPS Budget Overview • Costs are up. The CPI index indicates 2.9% for FY 2019–20. Medical costs are projected to rise by 5% and prescription drugs by 12%. • The School Operations Fund revenue is stable; however, it is not sufficient to cover rising costs. Federal revenues and related carryover are declining. • School enrollment is needed to maintain each school’s allocation. Maintaining or increasing enrollment is important.

7. Strategic Planning and Budget Committee 2019-2020 Budget Parameters • Preparation of the budget in accordance with State Law. • Preparation of the budget with maximum revenue limits. • Repurposing and adjustments of educational programming and departmental budgets to promote student achievement and a balanced budget. • Consideration of salary increases for all employee groups through the budget and negotiation processes to attract and retain qualified staff. • Consideration of employee benefit changes for eligible employees to identify cost savings and increase efficiencies. • Exploration of operating efficiencies. • Development of a budget that reflects a commitment to fair resources, quality and socially transformative learning, a supportive environment for employees, and an equitable education system for all.

8. Ambitious Instruction Budget Conversations • School successes • Strategies for improving core instruction • Improving learning environments • Improving attendance • Class sizes

9. Overview of FY20 School Budget • Board funds • AMP & School Counselors • Title I • AGR • Special education

10. Overview of FY20 School Budget Changes • FY19 enrollment (“meet or beat” fall enrollment number) • No per pupil changecompared to this year • School positions remain stable • Increased benefit rate (from 53.8% to 54.8%) • Changes in average salaries

11. School Leader Role in the Budget Process • Review the budget and the school’s data • Model suggested changes • Consult with staff and families concerning proposed budget changes that will best support the school’s needs • Communicate with School Engagement Council; they must participate in the budget process • Make decisions in the best interest of students • Adjust budgets as necessary based on input from stakeholders

12. Regional Resolution Rooms Each school budget was carefully reviewed, discussed and adjusted, if needed, based on the following principles: • Team knowledge of the school’s instructional and operational needs • Alignment with the Board parameters • Alignment to the school improvement plan • Supportive of what is best for students • To identify high-stress schools likely to need additional support

13. School Level Input • Join School Engagement Council at your school • Contact your Principal with questions/ideas • Work with your Parent Coordinator • Be involved with your PTA

14. How to Share Your Thoughts on the Budget • Budget will be released May 3, 2019 • There will be a number of Strategic Planning & Budget Committee meetings throughout May to discuss the budget. • The exact dates will be set after April 30, 2019. • Please visit this website for the actual dates: http://mps.milwaukee.k12.wi.us/en/District/About-MPS/School-Board/Meetings-Agendas--Minutes/Meeting-Notices

15. Milwaukee Board of School Directors Mark Sain, District 1, President Larry Miller, District 5, Vice President Wendell J. Harris, Sr., District 2 Vacant, District 3 Annie Woodward, District 4 Luis A. Báez (Tony), Ph.D., District 6 Paula Phillips, District 7 Carol Voss, District 8 Terrence Falk, At-Large Thank you! Dr. Keith P. Posley, Superintendent MPS Senior Team Rosana Mateo, Ph.D., Deputy Superintendent Chris Hauser, Interim Deputy Superintendent Marla Bronaugh, Chief Communications & School Performance Officer Katrice Cotton, Ed.D., Chief School Administration Officer Jeremiah Holiday, Ph.D., Interim Chief Academic Officer Martha Kreitzman, Interim Chief Financial Officer Evangeline (Leia) Scoptur, J.D., Interim Chief Human Resources Officer Sue Saller, Manager III, Superintendent’s Initiatives Maricha Harris, Special Assistant to the Superintendent