SCDSB trustees approve $771 million balanced and compliant budget for 2026-27 school year
Since February 2026, Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) staff have been developing the proposed budget for the 2026-27 school year. At the May 27 Regular Meeting of the Board, SCDSB trustees approved a balanced and compliant budget of $771 million, in compliance with the Ministry of Education’s mandate.
“The SCDSB’s 2026-27 budget focuses on meeting the needs of students, guided by the board’s Strategic Priorities and operational plans,” stated Dawn Stephens, Chief Executive Officer. “The SCDSB will continue to direct resources into classrooms in support of student achievement and well-being.”
“SCDSB staff, including the Chief Executive Officer, senior administrative team, and financial reporting team, worked collaboratively with the Boad of Trustees to develop the approved budget,” said Corry Van Nispen, Superintendent of Business and Facility Services. “The board has maintained a conservative approach, consistent with the SCDSB’s history of fiscal responsibility and accountability.”
Funding is allocated to school boards from the Ministry of Education using a Core Education Funding model, which was designed to be easily understandable, strengthening accountability while balancing the need for flexibility based on local school board needs.
This initiative links directly to the SCDSB Strategic Priorities in the areas of Well-being, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Community and Excellence in Teaching and Learning.
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