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Fiscal mismanagement and budget deficit
Claremont School Board faces a projected deficit of over $1 million. While administrators claim they can manage without borrowing, the district is still struggling to reconstruct past accounting records due to audit delays... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/claremont/school-board/2026-05-06/ #MeetingWatch #ClaremontNH
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Dismissal of community concerns regarding special education
Serious allegations were raised at the 5/6 School Board meeting regarding 'The Academy' high school program: budget cuts, lack of proper certification, and insufficient oversight for students with IEPs. The Board offered no... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/claremont/school-board/2026-05-06/ #MeetingWatch #ClaremontNH
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Unresolved staffing shortages and transparency
Staffing shortages in Claremont special education are reaching a breaking point. Residents questioned if vacancies are being intentionally left open. The Board must move beyond 'posting positions' and address the underlying... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/claremont/school-board/2026-05-06/ #MeetingWatch #ClaremontNH
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The Claremont School Board meeting on May 6th revealed a district in fiscal and operational flux. From a $1M+ deficit to serious questions about special education oversight, here is what residents need to know. 🧵 #MeetingWatch #ClaremontNH
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1/ The Numbers: The district is facing a projected deficit of over $1,000,000. Compounding this is the fact that administrators are having difficulty determining an accurate starting balance because they are still struggling to reconstruct past accounting records.
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2/ Special Education: Community members raised alarms about 'The Academy' high school program, alleging budget cuts have left it without proper staffing or oversight for students with IEPs. Despite these specific allegations, the Board provided no direct response.
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3/ Staffing: Chronic shortages—particularly in special education—remain a major concern. Residents are asking if vacancies are being left open on purpose. The incoming superintendent promised to post roles, but the underlying crisis remains unresolved.
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4/ Transparency: Between the audit delays and the struggle to reconcile thousands of invoices, the district's financial health is obscured. We need an accurate picture of our budget before the next fiscal year begins. #ClaremontNH #SchoolBoard https://meetingwatch.org/nh/claremont/school-board/2026-05-06/
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The May 6th Claremont School Board meeting was marked by significant community concern regarding the district's financial stability and the quality of specialized programming. Most pressing is the projected budget deficit, which is expected to exceed $1 million. During the meeting, it was revealed that the district is facing difficulties determining an accurate starting balance for the 2026 fiscal year due to delays in the audit process and the complexity of reconstructing past accounting records. While the Business Administrator suggested the district could carry the deficit without borrowing, the lack of clear financial data remains a major concern for taxpayers. Beyond the budget, the Board faced pointed questions regarding student services. Residents raised serious allegations concerning 'The Academy' high school program, suggesting that budget cuts have resulted in a lack of proper certification, staffing, and oversight for students with IEPs. Additionally, community members expressed frustration over ongoing staffing shortages in special education, questioning the district's transparency regarding vacant positions. As the district prepares for a new superintendent on July 1st, the Board must prioritize fiscal transparency and direct accountability to the families relying on these essential programs. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/claremont/school-board/2026-05-06/ #MeetingWatch #ClaremontNH