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Severity: elevated · Category: programs · Last updated: Feb 27, 2026
The G&T budget narrative (p.85) shows staffing unchanged at 3 full-time equivalent (2 teachers + 1 ed tech), but the linked financials show dedicated G&T wages dropping to $0 in FY27 from $13,575 in FY26. No explanation for this change was provided.
Budget book G&T narrative (p.85): staffing described as unchanged at 3 full-time equivalent (2 teachers + 1 ed tech). Linked G&T financial detail shows dedicated G&T wages dropped from $13,575 (FY26) to $0 (FY27).
If 3 full-time equivalent still staff the program, their wages are charged to general education lines — removing G&T costs from dedicated tracking. Director Quinton Donahue oversees G&T alongside Special Education and Health Services. The narrative notes converting the MS ed tech to a full-time GT teacher 'in a future budget cycle.' No explanation for the wage restructuring appears in any public document.
G&T dedicated wages zeroed out ($13,575 → $0) with no disclosure; cost tracking eliminated
Document: FY27 Budget Book
Reference: Budget Book p.85 — G&T Budget Summary & Narrative · G&T Financial Detail (CLICK HERE link)
Q&A: Not raised in Budget Workshop Q&A (now 86+ questions)