WPCNR SCHOOL DAYS. From Michelle Schoenfeld. December 6, 2005 (EDITED):  The White Plains Board of Education has announced the beginning of the formation of its Annual Budget Committee (ABC) for the tenth consecutive year, as it begins the formal process of preparing the 2006-07 school budget. (The 2005-2006 school budget is currently $154.7 million.) The ABC is an advisory group which provides input, feedback and suggestions to the District. 

President Donna McLaughlin said, “The Board is pleased and proud that the budget has passed by an overwhelming majority since the inception of the vote, and believes that the ABC has contributed greatly to that success, through its assistance and support.” 

The Committee is comprised of representatives of more than a dozen civic and community organizations and other interested individuals.  The first meeting, on February 8th, will include an orientation session for new members, as well as background information.  Two additional meetings with  the administration and Board of Education members will follow, on February 15th and March 8th. 

Meetings are held at 7:30 P.M. at Education House, 5 Homeside Lane and will include an overview of the budget as well as discussions of key issues and recommendations. 

        Anyone wishing to serve on the ABC may call Michele Schoenfeld, District Clerk, at 422-2071, by January 10th.  All of the meetings are open to the public.