Dover adjusts school budget to meet tax cap

Dover's school district has revised its 2025-26 budget to meet the city's tax cap, now totaling $94.8 million. This includes $61.1 million from local taxpayers, down from the initial proposal of $63.5 million. The budget adjustment comes from increased state aid and a correction in Medicaid reimbursements. The district expects an additional $200,000 from Medicaid, which had been significantly underbilled in previous years. The cost per pupil at Dover High School has risen to $18,159, up from $16,846 in 2023. The district is now analyzing its billing practices to ensure proper reimbursement for special education services.