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State Aid for West Hempstead School District
Q: Did the West Hempstead School District receive more state aid in the final budget?
A: The district received $17,404 less in State Aid compared to the Governor's 2024-25 State Aid proposal.
You might have noticed the NYSED State Aid report in the local newspaper, which includes a comparison with UPK funding. The report shows the 2024-25 State Aid amount as $17,677,900, reflecting an increase of $925,593 or 5.53%. Within this increase, $216,000 is allocated to UPK funding, which is distinct and dedicated solely to the UPK program. Attached to this post is a comparison that breaks apart the year-over-year change in State Aid of 5.53%.
Q: I thought reports indicated the district was getting more funding. What was that about?
A: It seems there was some initial confusion around the budget numbers reported by the State. We received questions from the community that inadvertently included funding allocated specifically for Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) programs as part of the overall K-12 education funding. However, the UPK funding is actually a separate line item from the general state aid provided to districts for K-12 education.
The misunderstanding likely stemmed from people incorrectly rolling the UPK funding amounts into the total K-12 state aid figures, making it appear that the district was receiving a larger increase in funding than was actually the case for the core K-12 budget. Once the UPK funding was properly separated out, the true K-12 state aid allocation numbers became clearer.
Q: So the district is getting slightly less state aid than expected? How significant is a $17,000 reduction?
A: While $17,000 may seem small for a school district budget, every bit of funding is critical. The district will need to assess how to absorb this modest reduction.
Q: Will this $17,000 cut impact any programs or staff positions?
A: A $17,000 reduction will NOT directly lead to major program cuts or layoffs. However, the district will still need to revise the budget to account for this slight shortfall in projected state aid. Due to the large increases in health care and transportation expenses, the district has already excessed eight (8) positions.
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Low Income/Senior Exemption
Q: What changes were made to the exemption recently?
A: For the Nassau County 2024-25 fiscal year, the West Hempstead Board of Education has approved increasing the maximum income limit to qualify for these exemptions. This allows more seniors and low-income residents to potentially receive the exemptions. West Hempstead School District has had these exemptions in place since November 2013.
Q: How can I find out if I qualify and apply?
A: Please contact the Nassau County Department of Assessment as that department processes exemption applications and determines if a homeowner qualifies for property tax exemptions.
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Pictures from the Achievement Dinner. Once again, congratulations to all! #WHe https://www.whufsd.com/o/whhs/page/photo-album-hs
The Charging Rams from @WHGWashington are bringing their A-game to the @Kid_Oyo Hackathon today! This talented team of young coders are showcasing their skills and innovative ideas. Let's cheer them on as they compete against top student teams from across LI! #WHe @pomara_matt
If you missed the meeting on Tuesday, let's clear up some budget misconceptions: 1) Coding of Expenses: We consolidated budget codes for clarity and flexibility, not to hide anything. 2) Reserves/Revenues: Like all districts, we use reserves prudently to balance budgets, crucial for managing uncertainties. 3) Building Occupancy: Our schools are not underutilized; visit https://www.smore.com/n/jurmab for more. #Transparency #BudgetClarity #WHe
Hats off to our incredible board of education trustees for honoring our district's shining stars! Tonight's ceremony celebrated the top 25 students and outstanding staff members who have dedicated themselves to excellence. Their commitment is an inspiration to us all. #WHe
Our seventh and eighth graders recently participated in Kellenberg's Math Competition! #WHe
Last night's Honor Societies Induction Ceremony was a testament to our students' hard work and dedication. Congratulations to all the inductees for this well-deserved honor! #HonorSociety #HardWorkPaysOff #WHe @wh_secondary
Our schools shine thanks to the hard work of our dedicated custodial staff! A huge thank you to our head custodians and all custodians across the district for keeping our buildings clean, safe, and well-maintained. Your efforts create a positive learning environment for our students and staff. We appreciate all that you do!
Big shoutout to our amazing maintenance crew! They work tirelessly to beautify our schools, keeping them not just functional but also vibrant and welcoming. Thank you for all you do! #RamPride #WHe
Our district is looking to hire a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse! The ideal candidate will ensure students' health needs are met, manage medications/treatments, provide health education, and be a caring advocate. Send your resume to drehman@whufsd.com.
Renowned trumpeter Damien Pacheco conducted a workshop for our students on Monday, April 8th. This presented a remarkable opportunity for our students to learn from one of New York's finest trumpet players. The workshop took place from 9:30 to 11:30 in the auditorium.
Exciting to see students @WHGWashington dive into innovation! They're iterating on freshwater collection designs, learning through hands-on experimentation. These future engineers and environmentalists are inspiring! Hat tip to Ms. Kopping #STEMeducation #FutureLeaders #WHe
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Exciting news! Our K-12 students are fully engaged and thriving throughout the district. From innovative projects to dynamic discussions, learning is alive and well in every classroom. #StudentEngagement #WHe #EducationForAll @WHChestnut @CornwellAveES @WHGWashington @wh_secondary @whathleticsdept @WhufsdD @WHHumanities @FpcaWest @WH_ENL @WHRamTech @wh_pps
Let's give a round of appreciation to our hardworking grounds crew! Rain or shine, hot or cold, they're out there keeping our community infrastructure running smoothly. Their commitment to battling the elements and getting the job done is admirable. Thank you! #WHe