For the first time since the Great Recession, Washoe County School District Trustees passed what they call a “Structurally balanced budget.” It funds a three percent raise for teachers and staff, increases funding for Special Education, covers the operating costs of three brand new schools, and has no increase in class sizes and no further cuts. They say this was accomplished thanks in large measure to actions by the state legislature and governor during the session. The Board of Trustees has also made $61.9 million in ongoing budget cuts over the past three years.