1. Franklin Township Board of Education 2018-2019 BUDGET PRESENTATION
Dr. Broadus Davis, Acting Superintendent
Ms. Patricia Martucci, Business Administrator

2. Programs
Decreasing enrollment and 5-year projection of continuing trend.
Flat State Aid, expectations continue to rise.
Core Curriculum Content Standards and more rigorous PARCC testing require further instructional enhancements to maintain Franklin Township as a high achiever.
Engaging programs provide incentive for students to want to achieve more and further support student success

3. NJ Student Learning Standards
Mathematics
Workbooks and support materials for every grade
Materials for Algebra I
Science
Gr K-5 curriculum development
Gr 6 – 8 participation in 12-district consortium to develop a common curriculum aligned to the Next Gen Science Standards
English Language Arts
Content rich nonfiction, reading, writing, and speaking
5-year Program Evaluation
Social Studies
Use of technology and digital media, strategically and capably in order to understand other perspective and cultures

4. NJ Student Learning Standards
21st Century Life & Careers
Career readiness practices are integrated into all content areas and encompass each of the standards
Visual & Performing Arts
Vocal & Instrumental programming for all students in Grades PreK-8
Several showcase events throughout the year
Weekly fine arts classes (kiln-fired pottery; sculpting; weaving; sketching & more)
Musical theatre production
Health & Physical Education
Healthy lifestyle education
Robust athletic sports program (soccer, baseball, basketball, volleyball, cross country, flag football)

5. NJ Student Learning Standards
World Languages
Gr K – 8 Spanish
Curriculum revision to align with the most recent NJ Standards
Encourage students to speak in the target language
Technology
Keyboarding
CIPA compliant firewalls, internet filtering/monitoring software
Chromebook replacement, as needed
Sharp Aquos boards for classroom interaction

6. Professional Development
School Objectives
Class Size
Small class sizes and low teacher/student ratios will be continued.
Differentiated instruction will continue to be delivered to support various learning styles and student needs. The instruction will be reinforced through teacher in-service programs. Positive behavior support programs will be offered by our Guidance Counselor, and Social Thinking Curriculum will also be offered.
Professional Development
Sustained and on-going professional development for all staff is defined in the district’s professional development plan.
Professional development will support training teachers in the continuation strategies to help struggling readers.

7. Facilities
The budget includes funding to maintain all building systems & grounds:
Boilers/HVAC/Generator
Electrical / Plumbing
Roofing
Septic / Water
Ballfields / Walking Trail
The budget also includes an in-house custodial and maintenance staff, along with supplies and equipment.

8. Supporting District Goals
Franklin Township
Board of Education
Financial Plan
Supporting District Goals

9. Cost Saving Initiatives
Shared Services
Extended School Year – Summer 2018
Bus Route (Franklin / Bethlehem / Hampton)
Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission
Paraprofessionals
Heating Oil
Transportation
Ed-Data
Instructional & Office Supplies
E-Rate
Rebates on telephone lines, internet, etc.
School Alliance Insurance Fund (SAIF)
Safety Incentive Program
Delaware Valley Regional High School
Gasoline / Diesel Fuel
Student Transportation
IT Services
North Hunterdon Voorhees Regional High School

10. Operating Budget (Fund 10)
Anticipated Revenues
Operating Budget (Fund 10)
Source
Amount
Fund Balance / Surplus
$ ,855
Local Tax Levy
$ 5,659,758
Other Revenue
$ ,545
Extra Ordinary Aid (Estimate)
$ ,000
Nonpublic Transportation Aid (Estimate)
$ ,250
State Aid
$ ,425
TOTAL ANTICIPATED REVENUE
$ 6,435,833

11. Appropriations Program Amount Instruction – Regular Education
$ 2,224,347
Instruction/Services – Special Education
$ 1,425,287
Athletics / Co-curricular Activities
$ ,642
Attendance/Social Work/Health Services
$ 99,299
Improv. of Instruction / Prof Development
$ ,900
Educ. Media / Library
$ ,935
Administration
(Superintendent/VP/Principal/Business Office)
$ 499,252
Maintenance / Custodial
$ ,363
Transportation (Regular / Special)
$ 346,500
Employee Benefits
$ ,672
Equipment
$ ,500
Assessment on Debt Service
$ ,136
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS:
$ 6,435,833

12. Debt Service Debt Service 2017-18 2018-19 $ Change % Change
Interest on Bonds
$155,500
$150,859
Redemption of Principal
$490,000
$505,000
Total Debt Service
$645,500
$655,859
$10,359
1.604%

13. Annual Increased Cost $350,000 Home
Local Tax Levy
Tax Levy
Difference
% Increase
Tax Points
Annual Increased Cost $350,000 Home
Operating Fund
$5,548,782
$5,659,758
$110,976
2.0%
Debt Service Fund
$645,500
$ 655,859
$10,359*
1.604%
TOTAL
$6,194,282
$6,315,617
$121,335
1.958%
2.24
$78.50
Municipal Data Used for Calculations (2017):
Net Taxable Value Land & Improvements: $ 541,782,635
1 Cent / 1 Tax Point Equals: $ ,178

14. Conclusion
The school budget supports the commitment to provide the children of Franklin Township with a high quality well-rounded education.
Emphasis will be focused on continuing the history of educational excellence.
Thank you for attending!