EDUCATING &
Empowering for Life
Findlay City Schools
Located in the heart of Hancock County and is an excellent public school system.
420
CERTIFIED TEACHERS
5737
STUDENTS ENROLLED
13
ACADEMIC CAMPUSES
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Findlay City Schools Strives To Be Fiscally Responsible
Consolidation
Findlay City Schools created $1.1 million dollars in savings by consolidating from 3 middle schools to 2
Right-Sizing Our Staff
Findlay City Schools has reduced teachers and administration staff based on enrollment
Energy Savings
Findlay City Schools is generating significant savings by implementing energy-saving programs in our buildings
Insurance Savings
Teachers and staff have been asked to pay more for their insurance costs. They agreed to do so
Findlay City Schools Fast Facts
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The Findlay City Schools operating levy is NOT a permanent levy and is for 5-years ONLY.
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Did you know that Findlay City Schools receives $2000 LESS a year in local dollars per student than in similar-sized districts?
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This operating levy will cost a homeowner $17.21 a month per $100,000 of home value.
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Did you know that Findlay City Schools hasn’t received additional operating dollars since 2004? That is nearly 16 years – while similar-sized districts have received additional operating dollars on average every 8 years.
Challenges Findlay City Schools Faces
Reduced Funding
Funding and grants continue to decline from state and federal agencies
Increased Costs
Increased daily operating costs, from utilities to building maintenance have impacted our finances
State Mandates
State mandates requiring certain support staff and classes that continue to cut deeper into our budget
Advanced Education
In order to ensure our kids can compete with other kids nationally, we have invested in advanced education and workforce opportunities