APS highlights spending on staff, security and student health in proposed budget for next school year

School Board member David Priddy holds a copy of the proposed 2023-24 budget for Arlington Public Schools (via APS)
Arlington Public Schools Superintendent Francisco Durán has proposed an $803.3 million budget — an increase of more than 7% over the current budget.
And the messaging around the budget picks up on some themes, including the mental and physical health of students and more support for teachers, which arose from major events this school year, including a series of student