'It's so much more than band': Parents concerned about deep cuts at Hartland school

School districts lay off staff, cut budgets after failed referendums

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'It's so much more than band': Parents concerned about deep cuts at Hartland school

One of the top-ranked public elementary and middle schools in the state is facing serious problems, according to the Lake Country School superintendent. The Hartland school has had two failed referendums in less than a year. A big focus for some parents had been on saving band but now they say the problems are even deeper. Im feeling a little discouraged, a little uneasy. I love this school; I love this community; I love this school, said Crysta…

Staff cuts after Lake Country School referendum fails

HARTLAND — After the April 1 referendum failed, the Lake Country School District has issued preliminary notices of non-renewal to several staff members due to a $340,000 budget shortfall for the 2025-2026 school year, according to Chad Schraufnagel, district administrator…