Mayor Muriel Bowser has submitted a request to the Council of the District of Columbia to reprogram $625,290.50 of Fiscal Year 2026 Local Funds within the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS). This reprogramming is necessary to adjust the non-personnel spending budgets of individual schools in response to current academic and social-emotional needs of students. The funds will be reallocated across various account groups and cost centers to better align with the priorities of the schools, ensuring that they can effectively address the changing demands of their student populations.

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) has reviewed the Mayor's request and found that the reprogramming will not adversely impact the overall DCPS budget or the District's financial plan. The OCFO supports the reprogramming, which is described as budget-neutral and does not involve the establishment of new programs or the restoration of previous budget cuts. The reallocation of funds is intended to facilitate timely expenditure reporting and ensure that schools can meet their operational needs without delays.