WEST RIDGE — Jamieson Elementary School in West Ridge could be losing three special education positions for the current school year, Chicago Public Schools announced.
In July when schools got their 2015-16 school year budget, Jamieson expected to gain 26 students, bringing their total to 893 pupils for the year — a financial positive for schools because of the district's student-based budgeting system.
Because of the expected increase in student body, Jamieson, 5650 N. Mozart, got a small $17,560 boost from CPS, less than one percent of their annual budget.
But according to new data collected after the 10th day of instruction throughout the city, when enrollment numbers are recounted, Jamieson actually lost 43 students — bringing its total down to 850.
That loss could cost the school $200,491 in funding and three special education teacher aides, according to a spreadsheet released by CPS Friday.
Neither a CPS or a Jamieson representative could be immediately reached for comment.
Earlier this year, Jamieson fought back against an earlier start time dictated by CPS as another means to save money and eventually won, along with several other area schools.
The school is also slated to receive a brand new $13 million annex in 2016.
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