The U-46 Board of Education approved the fiscal year 2026 budget at its meeting on Monday, September 22. The budget reflects a commitment to fiscal equity, maintaining long-term financial stability, and a significant investment in the district’s future, primarily through the Unite U-46 capital initiative.
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