BP: Circle of Life Academy in White Earth faced closure threat over test scores, budget deficit

Mar 18, 20190

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The Circle of Life Academy was in the red by $1.3 million, according to a White Earth Nation statement, which meant the tribe had to transfer funds to keep it open. Forum News Service file photo

WHITE EARTH, Minn. - The K-12 Circle of Life Academy in White Earth faces unverified test scores and a $1.1 million budget deficit that could have forced the school to close if not for a $1.3 million cash infusion from the tribal general fund, according to a news release from the White Earth Tribal Council.

Interim Circle of Life Academy Superintendent Jenna Leadbetter informed the Tribal Council about the problems at the school. Brent Gish, who has extensive experience in Indian education, is helping Leadbetter sort through the school's financial affairs.

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