SBSD Enrollment & Budget Study

SBSD Study: Enrollment Increase & Budget Constraints - Impact on the 26-27 School Year

SBSD_StudyWare currently assessing the K–5 elementary school configuration. This review includes evaluating the academic program, financial considerations, and projected enrollment—all of which affect space and school capacity. Our goal is to determine whether the existing configuration continues to be the most effective way to deliver a high-quality educational experience. With over 2,500 new homes being built—and many already under construction—this is a timely opportunity to take a comprehensive look at what is possible, what is fiscally responsible, and, ultimately, what best serves our students and the community.

SBSD_StudyThe reason we are doing this stems from enrollment and budget challenges, but we can’t sacrifice what’s good for kids. If we can do better for cheaper, that’s the premise.

TimeLine

SBSD Enrollment & Budget Study Key Dates:

9/29/25  Community letter - Redistricting & Reconfiguration  
8/21/25  Board Brief 
7/15/25
Former Upper Elementary School (UES) Staff Input Meeting
7/10/25  Community letter and Website launch 
6/12/25  Community Stakeholder Meeting 
6/12/25 Learning Visit to East Brunswick School District 
6/9/25 Learning Visit to Hamilton School District 
6/2/25 Learning Visit to West-Windsor Plainsboro School District 
5/28/25 Core Team Meeting 
Board Brief Video 
5/22/25  Board Brief 
4/30/25  Community Stakeholder Meeting 
4/4/25 Letter to the Community 
3/20/25 Core Team Meeting 
11/14/24 Letter to the Community 
Sep' 23  Demographer Study 
Media:
 
Patch  September 3, 2025 September 30, 2025 
tapinto September 8, 2025