It’s Census 2020 time, which is an opportunity for the City of Beacon and the Beacon City School District to benefit from new financial opportunities and incentives. Beacon’s Superintendent, Dr. Matthew Landahl, published on his Superintendent’s Blog a message encouraging people to participate in the Census.

The Census begins on April 1, 2020, and every household in the country can participate in it. “An accurate count is critical as the results will be used to determine funding for a range of programs, including many that our students and our school districts rely upon. Unfortunately, many households did not participate in the 2010 Census and that number is expected to increase this year,” said Dr. Landahl in his blog post.

”Some households are concerned that their responses will be shared with other government agencies,” he continued. “This is not the case and respondents should know that their participation can only benefit them, their families, and their communities.”

To learn more about the process and how it benefits public schools, visit this link.