Unity Elementary School

To further bridge the gap and bring the net impact of this deficit as close to zero as possible, the board intends to draw on available trust fund money, including designated reserves, unassigned fund balances, and other restricted funds permissible under state and federal guidelines. This strategic use of reserves will help offset the remaining deficit without requiring drastic additional cuts or immediate tax increases, providing breathing room as the district prepares for its planned transition out of SAU 6 (targeted for completion around July 1, 2026).

We are committed to fiscal responsibility, transparency, and long-term sustainability in a small district with limited enrollment and a heavy reliance on shared SAU resources. The number one goal is to safeguard Unity Elementary School’s mission of delivering a safe, supportive, and high-quality education to all of our students.

We are proactively monitoring the situation closely, with ongoing reviews of financial controls, putting new guardrails in place, reviewing potential state aid adjustments, and preparing for independent operations post-SAU 6. Input from the community is vital — our regular board meetings offer opportunities for updates and discussion.