Schools in Iowa's Second Largest City Face Critical Cost Cuts

Schools in Iowa's second largest city face critical cost cuts

Facing a budget deficit of more than $12-million, Cedar Rapids school leaders are considering drastic cost-saving measures after voters rejected a proposed bond issue. Options include lowering the number of consulting contracts, reducing professional travel, and cutting staff. Chad Schumacher, the district’s director of operations, says the biggest savings would come from consolidating schools and […]

Cedar Rapids school board considers intermediate school model to tackle budget deficit

The Cedar Rapids Board of Education held a special work session Monday to discuss the first part of a two-part budget strategy for the 2026-2027 school year.In

Schools in Iowa’s second largest city face critical cost cuts

(Radio Iowa) – Facing a budget deficit of more than 12-million dollars, Cedar Rapids school leaders are considering drastic cost-saving measures after voters rejected a proposed bond issue. Options include lowering the number of consulting contracts, reducing professional travel, and cutting staff. Chad Schumacher, the district’s director of operations, says the biggest savings would come from consolidating schools and separating fifth and sixth…