The Quincy School Committee convened on May 21, 2025, to discuss the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which totals $146,734,627. This figure marks an increase of $4,198,000, or approximately 3.13%, compared to the previous year's budget. The funding for this budget comes from two primary sources, alongside a reduction in ESSER grants.

The mayor's appropriation for the schools is set at $138,384,000, reflecting the aforementioned increase. Additionally, projected circuit breaker funding is estimated at $8,350,000, which is an increase of $1 million from last year’s budget. However, there is a notable reduction of $1 million in ESSA funding that was utilized in the previous budget.

During the meeting, a graph was presented illustrating the funding distribution, highlighting that a significant portion of the budget is allocated to Quincy Public Schools. The net school spending, as determined by the Department of Education, shows that Quincy contributes more than the foundation budget calculated by DESE. This is further emphasized by the per pupil spending, which exceeds the foundation budget due to additional costs related to public debt for school buildings.

The approved budget from the previous year was $142,530,467. The current budget proposal includes negotiated increases, with a baseline projected budget for level services at $143,814,727. Anticipated offsets include $808,350 from circuit breaker spending and estimated salary savings from 20 retirements, totaling around $9,250,000.

The appropriation from the city of Quincy stands at $138,834,627, leaving a gap of approximately $3,820,000 to address various budget areas. The proposed budget aims to meet all contractual obligations for the school year while providing additional funding for class size management, academic support, and other essential programs.

The meeting concluded with a reminder of the guidelines for class sizes, which range from 22 to 26 students for grades K-3, 24 to 28 for grades 4-8, and over 30 for grades 9-12. The committee expressed gratitude for the community's support in funding education in Quincy.