LBS: INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE, MANAGING THE PRESENT
t Lebanon Borough School, we often say that we are“ Better Together!” As we transition
A into spring, that spirit is more visible than ever. Our students are working incredibly hard in their classrooms, tackling rigorous math problems, diving deep into reading, and developing critical thinking skills. Alongside this strong academic focus, our young artists are exploring the vibrant styles of Kandinsky and Keith Haring, while our Character Building and outdoor initiatives teach essential life skills and healthy habits.
Our school is the heart of this community. It is a place where every child is known by name, and where we provide a top-tier education in a safe, inclusive environment.
You can see this vibrant school culture in action very soon! Our students are currently busy practicing for our upcoming musical, Seussical Kids. We warmly invite the entire Lebanon Borough community to join us for the performance on Thursday, May 28, at 6:30 p. m..
As your superintendent, my mission is to protect this high standard of education while remaining a responsible steward of your tax dollars. To that end, I want to share the details of our proposed 2026 / 2027 school budget, which includes a 3.9 % local tax levy increase.
A Balancing Act: Rising Pressures and Strategic Savings
On the surface, our total school budget is remarkably stable, with an overall increase of just 0.23 % over last year. However, this " flat " topline number masks significant, unavoidable cost pressures that we must navigate to keep our school running at its best:
• Health benefit costs: We are facing a staggering 31.9 % jump in health benefit premiums.
• Modern curriculum: Our English, math, and social studies materials have reached the end of their natural cycle and must be updated over the next three years to ensure our students have the modern resources they need to thrive.
• Inflation: Energy costs are climbing by approximately 6 %, alongside rising shipping and operational costs.
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