State funding for local education is questionable for the next school year. Christian County School Officials told the Board of Education Thursday night there is a shortfall in SEEK funding.
Director of Finance Jessica Darnell and Board Attorney Jack Lackey said they learned how much during a conference call.
click to download audioShe says the state hopes to have concrete answers in March.
Darnell and Superintendent Chris Bentzel presented the Board with the first of three budget updates for the 2025-2026 school year, with Bentzel saying they were very conservative.
click to download audioDarnell adds they still have a healthy contingency.
click to download audioThe next budget update will happen at the May Board meeting.
Meanwhile, Christian County High School Project Manager Kevin Hitchell told the School Board they continue to make progress.
click to download audioHitchell did ask the board to vote on four change orders, which will add money to the cost of the building.
click to download audioPart of the funds will cover an alternative to the switchgear, which is still pending arrival as part of a nationwide shortage.
