POLITICSJun 22 · 21:22 UTCWSOC ABC CHARLOTTEHannah Goetz

School district not satisfied with budget approved by Cabarrus County Commissioners

Cabarrus County Schools received a 4.5% budget increase for FY 2026-27, falling short of the district's requested 8.3% increase. The $560 million budget may force cuts to programs like robotics, athletic transportation subsidies, and staff professional development. Mishell Williams, a teacher and school board candidate, expressed concerns about the budget's impact on student outcomes and safety.

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