Public Open House Scheduled For Mendham Township School Budget: Here's The Schedule

MENDHAM, NJ — As spring ushers in budget season, Mendham Township is inviting the public to an open house to discuss the school district’s proposed budget for the upcoming year.

Residents can learn more about the 2025–26 school district budget during in-person open houses on April 24, at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. in the Mendham Township Elementary School cafeteria (18 W Main Street), or virtually on April 25, at 9 a.m.

According to the district, the purpose of the open house is to give Superintendent Dr. Sal Constantino, Business Administrator Donna Mosner, and members of the Board of Education an opportunity to present the proposed budget and answer questions ahead of the final vote.

The proposed $26.03 million budget for the 2025–26 school year, first introduced at the March 18 work session, maintains all existing staff and programs, covers mandatory insurance increases, plans for expansion of the Special Education program, and supports facility projects through reserve funds.

A statement from the district notes that the operating budget also accounts for a $44,147 reduction in state aid.

“Collaboration between our Board of Education, administration, and community is essential to continuing to provide the best education and opportunities for all of our students,” Constantino said.

The Board of Education will hold a public budget hearing on April 29, at 7:30 p.m. at Mendham Township Middle School (16 Washington Valley Road), where a formal vote on the budget will take place.

“These open houses help maintain clear and transparent communications with our residents,” said Mosner. “We are looking forward to welcoming everyone.”

To access the virtual open house via Zoom, click here.