Board of Education schedules community public forums for 2026-27 budget plans

BEAUFORT – Two public forums are scheduled for educators, parents, and community members to learn more about the school district budget being developed by the Beaufort County Board of Education for the 2026-27 school year.

 

The first forum will be at Battery Creek High School at 6 p.m., Wednesday, January 14. The second will be at Bluffton High School at 6 p.m., Wednesday, January 21.  

 

Participants at each forum will hear a presentation on the budget and have a chance to work in small groups to explore various areas of the budget. Participants will be able to share their discussions and suggestions. 

 

“Public budget forums give our community a transparent look at how decisions are made and a meaningful voice in shaping priorities for our schools,” said Superintendent Frank Rodriguez. 

 

Individuals who are unable to attend can also view the proposed budget and provide feedback through BCSD Connected at https://connectbeaufortschools.org/. The FY 2026-27 Budget Process feedback forum will be open through January 30, 2026.

 

The Board hopes to officially certify the district’s 2026-27 budget at its May 19, 2026, meeting. Beaufort County Council’s current timeline calls for three readings, with the third and final reading of the district’s budget scheduled for June 22, 2026.