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Administrators at Robbinsdale Area Schools are holding a town hall Wednesday night to discuss its budget, after an error left the district with a $20 million shortfall.

Administrators at the metro-area district say staff counted a fund twice during the budget process, making it look like the district had more money than it does. Now they need to make up the gap in its 2025-26 fiscal year budget and are considering budget reductions, building modifications or closures, and a potential future funding referendum.

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“This is a pivotal moment for our district,” says Chief Financial Officer Kristen Hoheisel in an 

. “While these financial realities are difficult, they also represent an opportunity to reimagine our approach to serving students. I believe we can turn these challenges into a springboard for transformative growth for the district.”

District leaders are inviting the public to ask questions and learn more at Wednesday's meeting at Cooper High School. It starts at 6:30 p.m.

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Administrators at Robbinsdale Area Schools are holding a town hall Wednesday night to discuss its budget, after an error left the district with a $20 million shortfall.


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