New Oshkosh school board president takes over as $10.9M deficit looms
Michael Ford has been elected as the new president of the Oshkosh Area School District's board as the district faces a projected $10.9 million deficit for the 2026-27 school year. The board has cut 65.8 staff positions but still needs to find $3.1 million in additional savings.
The Oshkosh Area School District's board has a new president, Michael Ford, a former Common Council member. Ford took over from Beth Wyman, who served as president for three years. The district is facing a $10.9 million budget deficit for the 2026-27 school year. To address the shortfall, the board has cut 65.8 staff positions, but still needs to find $3.1 million in savings. The district has hired consultant Todd Gray to review past expenses and budgeting processes, with revised budget recommendations expected in June. The board also welcomed new member Jacob Wolf, who won a seat in the spring election.
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