KESD FY26 BUDGET INFORMATION

The KESD school board, administration, staff and students would like to thank our communities for supporting the FY26 budget! We appreciate you flexing your democratic muscles and modeling engaged citizenship for our students. We will do our very best to be good stewards of your investment and support our students' academic, social and emotional growth. Thanks!


Budget Results

731 Yes, 680 No

Kingdom East School District FY26 Budget

KESD Community, We greatly appreciate your continued support of all of our KESD schools! We exist to provide rigorous and engaging learning across a variety of environments to ensure the academic and social-emotional growth of ALL KESD students. In addition, we continue to focus on attracting and retaining high-quality staff to contribute to the growth of our students, and the vibrancy of our schools and communities. The KESD School Board is thankful for the heroic efforts of staff, parents and students to make our schools caring places that foster and support the character development and strong social and emotional health of our students. 


This page highlights our district programs, individual schools, and all of the details of the Board's proposed FY26 budget of $50,349,157. The proposed budget also offers an opportunity to continue to support students with the resources needed to meet our strategic priority of providing robust academics for ALL students including the continuation of Summer Camp. 


On behalf of our entire team of board members and administration, we thank you for your commitment to the Kingdom East School District and we look forward to serving the needs of our students and community now and into the future.


- Sean McMannon,

Superintendent of Schools

KESD Community, We greatly appreciate your continued support of all of our KESD schools! We exist to provide rigorous and engaging learning across a variety of environments to ensure the academic and social-emotional growth of ALL KESD students. In addition, we continue to focus on attracting and retaining high-quality staff to contribute to the growth of our students, and the vibrancy of our schools and communities. The KESD School Board is thankful for the heroic efforts of staff, parents and students to make our schools caring places that foster and support the character development and strong social and emotional health of our students. 


This page highlights our district programs, individual schools, and all of the details of the Board's proposed FY26 budget of $50,349,157. The proposed budget also offers an opportunity to continue to support students with the resources needed to meet our strategic priority of providing robust academics for ALL students including the continuation of Summer Camp. 


On behalf of our entire team of board members and administration, we thank you for your commitment to the Kingdom East School District and we look forward to serving the needs of our students and community now and into the future.


- Sean McMannon, Superintendent of Schools

KESD Community Meetings 

KESD held two  FY26 Informational Budget Meetings. During these meetings, we presented the proposed FY26 budget and answer any questions that community members had pertaining to the budget. There was also be time available for public comment regarding all meeting items.


Please note that the two meetings listed above covered the same budget information, with locations selected to make it more convenient and accessible for community members to attend. Both meetings were recorded via ZOOM.


MEETING RECORDINGS:

INFORMATINAL MEETING

LOCATIONS & DATES:

Monday, February 10th, 2025
  • Location: Concord School
  • Time: 6PM


Join Meeting via ZOOM:

Wednesday, February 12th, 2025
(2.6.25 Meeting Postponed Due to Weather)

Location: Lyndon Town School (Library)

Time: 6PM

   

Join Meeting via ZOOM:

  • Online ZOOM Login   
  • Phone Login Info: 1 929 205 6099    ‬ ‬‬‬
  • Meeting ID: 884 3511 6215

Proposed FY26 KESD Budget

The proposed 2025-2026 Kingdom East Budget shows an increase of 5.82% from the previous year.
We anticipate an education spending per LTW ADM (Long Term Weighted Average Daily Membership) increase of 6.95%.

The proposed 2025-2026 Kingdom East Budget shows an increase of 5.82% from the previous year. We anticipate an education spending per LTW ADM (Long Term Weighted Average Daily Membership) increase of 6.95%.

Proposed FY26 Budget Breakdown

FY26 Budget Documents

Proposed FY26 Budget Breakdown

FY26 Budget Documents

FY26 Budget Documents

KINGDOM EAST ANNUAL REPORT
2025 Annual Report

Annual Report

View the Kingdom East School District 2025 Annual Report.

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Budget Mailer Presentation

View the Kingdom East School District FY26 Budget Mailer Presentation

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Why are Professional Development funds important?

    Investing in continuous learning isn't just a contractual obligation, it's crucial for providing the best education to students. Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) facilitate collaboration and growth among teachers. Just as we expect doctors to stay updated, teachers must continually improve their practice for the benefit of our children. The District is committed to comprehensive professional development aligned with our Continuous Improvement Plan, fostering teacher growth and student success.  

  • Does the District pay the full cost of insurance for employees?

    KESD pays 80% of the cost of insurance for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay a higher percentage based on their FTE. This is a requirement based on Statewide Bargaining.

  • How much of my property tax bill is impacted by education and the school district’s budget?

    Education is a portion of the property tax bill that households receive. Other impacts to property taxes come from town budgets. See the Vermont Department of Taxes FAQs page for more information.

  • Can I lower my tax rate?

     Yes! Homestead owners can pay a lower rate by receiving a property tax credit based on household income (below $128,000 for 2023) and home value. To apply for a tax reduction, contact the Vermont Department of Taxes at www.tax.vermont.gov/property/tax-credit

Impact of KESD ESTIMATED  Monthly Tax Rate Increase FY25 to FY26

Impact of KESD ESTIMATED  Monthly Tax Rate Increase FY25 to FY26

This does NOT take into account Income Sensitivity

This does NOT take into account Income Sensitivity

The Vermont Property Tax Credit

The Vermont Property Tax Credit assists many Vermont homeowners with paying their property taxes. You may be eligible for a property tax credit based on your 2024/2025 property taxes if your property qualifies as a homestead and you meet the eligibility requirements.

Eligibility: 

If Your Household Income did not exceed $115,000 in 2024 then you qualify for the VT Tax Credit. 

Forms Needed to File:
  • Form HS-122: Section A and B.
  • Schedule HI-144: Household Income

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Why are Professional Development funds important?

    Investing in continuous learning isn't just a contractual obligation, it's crucial for providing the best education to students. Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) facilitate collaboration and growth among teachers. Just as we expect doctors to stay updated, teachers must continually improve their practice for the benefit of our children. The District is committed to comprehensive professional development aligned with our Continuous Improvement Plan, fostering teacher growth and student success.  

  • Does the District pay the full cost of insurance for employees?

    KESD pays 80% of the cost of insurance for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay a higher percentage based on their FTE. This is a requirement based on Statewide Bargaining.

  • How much of my property tax bill is impacted by education and the school district’s budget?

    Education is a portion of the property tax bill that households receive. Other impacts to property taxes come from town budgets. See the Vermont Department of Taxes FAQs page for more information.

  • Can I lower my tax rate?

    Yes! Homestead owners can pay a lower rate by receiving a property tax credit based on household income (below $128,000 for 2023) and home value. To apply for a tax reduction, contact the Vermont Department of Taxes at www.tax.vermont.gov/property/tax-credit

How Education Tax Rates are Calculated

Budget News & Updates

Kingdom East FY26 Budget Results

March 5, 2025
The KESD school board, administration, staff and students would like to thank our communities for supporting the FY26 budget!

2025 Kingdom East Annual Budget Meeting

February 27, 2025
Please join us on Monday, March 3, 2025, at 5:00 pm at the Kingdom East District Office for our Annual meeting to discuss the FY26 budget.

UPDATED-Impact of KESD ESTIMATED Monthly Tax Rate Increase FY25 to FY26

February 21, 2025
Updated Impact of KESD ESTIMATED Monthly Tax Rate Increase FY25 to FY26

FY26 Kingdom East School District Proposed Budget Mailer

February 19, 2025
FY26 Kingdom East School District Proposed Budget Mailer
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Kingdom East School District Strategic

Priorities & Action Steps

Kingdom East School District Strategic Priorities & Action Steps

Kingdom East School District Strategic Priorities & Action Steps

PRIORITY #1

Robust Academics for All Students

  • Access to quality Pre-K services for all children within the district.
  • Curriculum, instruction, and assessment are designed with a focus on content rigor, student engagement, and continuous improvement of academic achievement.
  • Curriculum, instruction, and assessment result in continuous improvement of academic achievement.
  • High quality faculty and consistent and quality professional development.
  • Resources, availability and consistent training and use of technology to improve student learning


PROCESS PRIORITY #2
Character Development & Strong
Social & Emotional Health for Students
  • Personalized Learning
  • Positive school culture and environment
  • Employee Self Care and Wellness
  • Quality facilities that promote a positive school culture
  • Active and equitable co-curricular participation
  • Active and equitable student health and wellness participation


PRIORITY #3
Maintain & Build Strong
Community Connections
  • Develop and maintain regular and routine engagement activities - school and parents/community
  • Develop and maintain regular and routine engagement activities - board and community
  • Develop and maintain regular service learning/volunteer and civics participation of students in the local community
  • Facilitate routine community events and use of the school and volunteer opportunities within the school


PRIORITY #4
Assure Effective & Efficient
Management of Resources
  • Transparency and fiscal responsibility when building budgets
  • Budget reflects equitable access and results focus from Priority #1 Robust Academics for All Students
  • Budget reflects equitable access and results focus from Priority #2 - Character Development and Strong Social and Emotional Health for students
  • Budget reflects a facilities plan which addresses Priority 1-3


PRIORITY #1 Robust Academics for All Students

  • Access to quality Pre-K services for all children within the district.
  • Curriculum, instruction, and assessment are designed with a focus on content rigor, student engagement, and continuous improvement of academic achievement.
  • Curriculum, instruction, and assessment result in continuous improvement of academic achievement.
  • High quality faculty and consistent and quality professional development.
  • Resources, availability and consistent training and use of technology to improve student learning


PROCESS PRIORITY #2 Character Development and Strong Social and Emotional Health for Students
  • Personalized Learning
  • Positive school culture and environment
  • Employee Self Care and Wellness
  • Quality facilities that promote a positive school culture
  • Active and equitable co-curricular participation
  • Active and equitable student health and wellness participation


PRIORITY #3 Maintain and Build Strong Community Connections
  • Develop and maintain regular and routine engagement activities - school and parents/community
  • Develop and maintain regular and routine engagement activities - board and community
  • Develop and maintain regular service learning/volunteer and civics participation of students in the local community
  • Facilitate routine community events and use of the school and volunteer opportunities within the school


PRIORITY #4 Assure Effective and Efficient Management of Resources
  • Transparency and fiscal responsibility when building budgets
  • Budget reflects equitable access and results focus from Priority #1 Robust Academics for All Students
  • Budget reflects equitable access and results focus from Priority #2 - Character Development and Strong Social and Emotional Health for students
  • Budget reflects a facilities plan which addresses Priority 1-3


Finance Committee Meeting Minutes & Agendas

KESD Finance Committee Meeting February 17, 2025

By Serena Parker • February 13, 2025
Agenda for KESD Finance Committee January 17, 2025

KESD Finance Committee Meeting January 6, 2025

By Serena Parker • January 2, 2025
Agenda for KESD Finance Committee January 6, 2025

KESD Finance Committee Meeting December 16, 2024

By Serena Parker • December 11, 2024
Agenda for KESD Finance Committee December 16, 2024

KESD Finance Committee Meeting December 9, 2024

By Serena Parker • December 4, 2024
Agenda for KESD Finance Committee December 9, 2024
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