Lunch price hike, land sale ease Broward schools shortfall. Plus election update
From rising cafeteria costs to a major land sale and upcoming board elections, Broward County Public Schools has seen several key developments this summer.
Here’s a rundown to catch up:
School lunch prices are rising in Broward. How much more will students pay?
Broward school board members approved a lunch price hike for the 2026-27 academic year, citing rising food and labor costs and the end of pandemic-era meal support. Breakfast stays free.
School board’s 10-acre lot in Parkland to be sold to Broward Health for $14M
The Broward school board voted to sell a long-vacant 10-acre property to Broward Health for $14 million as it faces a major budget shortfall. A separate debate continues over a potential $850,000 repayment.
Who’s running for Broward school board? Meet the candidates for the five races
Five Broward school board seats are up in the August election, with a mix of incumbents, newcomers, and open races after two members opted not to run again. We break down districts, key candidates and backgrounds.
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