What’s at Stake?

The override covers the essentials for the Harvard Public Schools.

The budget override ensures the schools can maintain what they have today. It’s lean, and there aren’t “extras”. Learn more about what’s in Tier 2 and what it means for taxpayers.

If we don’t pass the budget override, it will have a devastating
impact on our schools.

The school can decide how they manage a shortfall, but there are hard costs - such as utilities, the literacy program, out of district tuition costs, and required annual salary increases for teachers and staff - that must be met. That will mean significant cuts to jobs and programs.

What you can do

Vote

The most important thing you can do to pass the town’s overrides and support the schools, is vote at Town Meeting on May 3 and in the Town Election on May 6. Every single vote counts.

Learn

Watch the School Committee Budget Hearing, see the resources on the school’s budget, and more. See the resources.

Support

Have time or money to spare to support the Tier 2 budget override? Consider making a donation or volunteering your time.