Northumberland County is facing a potential budget crisis. The school division is struggling to meet a federal funding requirement under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, leaving a $251,000 shortfall. This could force the district to return state funds and risk losing next year’s $700,000 in special education support. The issue stems from miscalculations dating back to 2020. The Virginia Department of Education is working with the county to resolve the situation, but officials are becoming increasingly concerned about accountability in the school system’s financial management.