RPS Holding Public Meetings on Composite Index

From the RPS Press Release:
School Board members to hold district meetings regarding composite index school funding

Richmond City School Board members will hold a series of district meetings to discuss the most recent proposal now before the General Assembly regarding public school funding for the 2010-2011 school year.

Gov. Bob McDonnell has recommended unfreezing the current local composite index formula, a move that could cost Richmond Public Schools an additional $11 million in revenue. This would increase the district’s anticipated shortfall to $28.8 million for the upcoming school year.

Information sessions have been scheduled for:

Feb. 16:

• John B. Cary Elementary 8:30 a.m.
• Franklin Military Academy 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 17:

• Brown Middle 6 p.m.
• Elkhardt Middle 6 p.m.
• Holton Elementary 6:30 p.m.

Feb. 18:

• Albert Hill Middle 5:30 p.m.
• Broad Rock Elementary 6 p.m.
• Overby-Sheppard Elementary 6 p.m.

For more information, contact the district’s Public Information Office at 780-7100.