Pender schools to tighten spending again, after state pay raises, Title I cuts lead to $1M gap

After resolving a multimillion-dollar budget shortfall in June, Pender County Schools is once again tightening its financial belt. (Courtesy Pender County Schools livestream)PENDER COUNTY — After resolving a multimillion-dollar budget shortfall in June, Pender County Schools is once again tightening its financial belt. “PCS is still reviewing the newly enacted state budget, so the funding breakdown for the current fiscal year may change,” Fankboner said. Pender County Schools have maintained a steady number of 50 migrant students throughout the years. Radabaugh said during the meeting that Pender County typically receives $100,000 for this program.