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Robbinsville Public Schools

Public Question 2026

Robbinsville Public Schools Public Question

The Ballot Question

The Robbinsville Board of Education is holding a special election under N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-12.1 seeking voter approval for the following question. This question was approved by the Robbinsville Board of Education during a special meeting held on January 5, 2026.

 

The Robbinsville Township Board of Education is asking voters to approve an additional $5,031,476 in local school funding to maintain class sizes, protect academic programs, and preserve student enrichment opportunities.

Approval of this question would allow the District to:

  • Prevent class size increases by maintaining up to 22 teachers and staff who would otherwise be eliminated
  • Maintain student activities, including athletic teams and student clubs, and preserve elective courses that support well-rounded learning

Due to reductions in State aid and rising fixed costs and inflation, the District can no longer maintain current educational programs, class sizes, and extracurricular offerings without additional local support.

Approval of these taxes would result in a permanent increase in the District’s tax levy. The proposed additional expenditures are in addition to those necessary to achieve the minimum requirements for the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. The Robbinsville Township Board of Education seeks community support to maintain current programming and opportunities and not to be measured against the minimum.

 

Tax Impact

tax impact of public question 2026

The tax impact chart shows the monthly impact based on your home’s accessed value, should the public question pass. The average accessed home value in Robbinsville is $380,000.  Because the decision/vote, happens in MARCH, if approved, the district can only collect half of the tax amount in 2026. You pay a partial amount the first year (2026), the full amount the next year (2027), and after that any increases are limited to the normal rules (the 2% cap). Average Assessed Home = $380,000 Average Home Monthly Impact: 2026 = $29.50 2027 = $59.33 Assumed: Historical 3-Year Township Growth of 0.42%

Community Information Sessions

To provide clear information and opportunities for questions and feedback, Robbinsville Public Schools administrators will host a series of community information sessions and community connection discussions throughout January and February. District administrators will be present at all sessions to share information and hear directly from community members. Sessions will be offered at various times and at all three school buildings to ensure multiple opporutities for participation.

Please find the schedules for each series below. We encourage all community members to attend a session, learn more, and participate in this important conversation.

For the Community Connection sessions, we are asking for residents to complete an RSVP form so front offices can prepare for visitors. Please complete this form to register your attendance for any session.

These sessions will be held on Tuesday evenings (excluding regularly scheduled Board of Education meetings). Each session will include a brief overview presentation of the public question followed by time for community questions and discussion. Residents will have the opportunity to speak directly to district administrators and have their questions answered.

To encourage open, respectful, and meaningful dialogue, all sessions will be held in person only and will not be livestreamed.

  • January 20, 6:30–7:30 p.m. – PRMS Cafetorium
    Budget Impacts Across the District

  • February 3, 6:30–7:30 p.m. – SES Cafeteria
    Budget Impacts Across the District

  • February 10, 6:30–7:30 p.m. – PRMS Cafetorium
    Budget Impacts Across the District

  • February 19 (Thursday), 6:30–7:30 p.m. – RHS Room M105
    Budget Impacts Across the District

These informal sessions offer parents and community members the opportunity to speak directly with building administrators about the potential impact of the public question on individual schools. We are asking for residents to complete an RSVP form so front offices can prepare for visitors. Please complete this form to register your attendance for any session.

  • January 22, 9:00–10:00 a.m. – PRMS Staff Lounge

  • February 5, 2:00–3:00 p.m. – SES Cafeteria

  • February 12, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. – PRMS/Pre-K Media Center

  • February 19, 9:00–10:00 a.m. – RHS Room M105

  • These sessions will be held on Tuesday evenings (excluding regularly scheduled Board of Education meetings). Each session will include a brief overview presentation of the public question followed by time for community questions and discussion. Residents will have the opportunity to speak directly to district administrators and have their questions answered.

    To encourage open, respectful, and meaningful dialogue, all sessions will be held in person only and will not be livestreamed.

    • January 20, 6:30–7:30 p.m. – PRMS Cafetorium
      Budget Impacts Across the District

    • February 3, 6:30–7:30 p.m. – SES Cafeteria
      Budget Impacts Across the District

    • February 10, 6:30–7:30 p.m. – PRMS Cafetorium
      Budget Impacts Across the District

    • February 19 (Thursday), 6:30–7:30 p.m. – RHS Room M105
      Budget Impacts Across the District

  • These informal sessions offer parents and community members the opportunity to speak directly with building administrators about the potential impact of the public question on individual schools. We are asking for residents to complete an RSVP form so front offices can prepare for visitors. Please complete this form to register your attendance for any session.

    • January 22, 9:00–10:00 a.m. – PRMS Staff Lounge

    • February 5, 2:00–3:00 p.m. – SES Cafeteria

    • February 12, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. – PRMS/Pre-K Media Center

    • February 19, 9:00–10:00 a.m. – RHS Room M105

Our Current Financial State

 

Robbinsville Public Schools is currently facing a significant budgetary deficit for the upcoming school year. This challenge stems from rising operational costs, state aid constraints, continuous years of not assessing the full cap, and mandated expenses that continue to outpace available revenue. As a district committed to maintaining high-quality educational programs, we are approaching this situation with transparency, care, and community involvement.

Where We Stand

  • The district is projecting a budget gap that must be resolved prior to finalizing the 2026–2027 budget.

  • Cost increases in areas such as transportation, special education services, staffing, and facilities maintenance are key contributors to the deficit.

  • State funding levels and local tax levy caps limit the district’s ability to fully offset these rising expenses.

District Budget Information

The following links provide access to Robbinsville Public Schools’ budget documents and historical audit reports, offering a comprehensive view of the district’s financial operations and fiscal history.

Budget Presentations

District administration has provided presentations to share the current budget challenges and offer solutions to aid in correcting issues. The presentations can be accessed below.

Our Commitment

Despite the financial challenges, our mission remains unchanged: to provide every student with a safe, supportive, and innovative learning environment. With the community’s partnership, we will navigate this budget deficit thoughtfully and develop a sustainable path forward.