Middlesex County Schools Face $163,685 State Funding Shortfall

Middlesex County Public Schools will lose an estimated $163,685 in state education funds due to lower than expected student enrollment. Officials say funding is based on average daily membership, and the revised figure of 1,130 students reduces state revenue for the year. School officials say the shortfall will be covered by leaving several positions unfilled, including a general education teacher, special education teacher, and media specialist, keeping the budget balanced without additional county funding.