Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget Development Process Nears Final Adoption

The Alexandria City School Board is approaching the final stages of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 budget development process, including the adoption of the FY 2027 Combined Funds and the FY 2027–36 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budgets.

Over the past several months, the School Board has engaged in budget work sessions, public hearings and community discussions focused on ensuring the proposed budget continues to support the priorities outlined in the ACPS 2030 Strategic Plan while balancing the operational and instructional needs of the school division.

The FY 2027 budget continues to focus on supporting students, staff and schools through investments aligned to the strategic plan’s priorities to nurture, educate and inspire students. Budget priorities include maintaining strong instructional supports, investing in staff, supporting safe and welcoming learning environments and continuing to strengthen programs and services across the school division.

The final phase of the budget process will include the following upcoming meetings:

• June 9, 2026: FY 2027 Adjusted Combined Funds and CIP Add/Delete Work Session
• June 11, 2026: School Board adoption of the Final FY 2027 Combined Funds and FY 2027–36 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budgets

Community members are encouraged to continue following the budget process and review budget materials and meeting information on the FY 2027 Budget webpage.