Budget cuts in Kansas could force the Doniphan West Primary School in Highland Kan. to close its doors.

In a letter issued to Doniphan West Patrons Tuesday the Board of Education announced a public hearing will be held to discuss the closure of the Doniphan West Primary School.

The hearing is scheduled for March 9 at 6 p.m. in the Doniphan West High School commons.

The discussion comes just days after Kansas Governor Sam Brownback released his proposed budget for K-12 Education.  According to the letter the budget will cut 1.5% from the K-12 Base State Aid per Pupil.  At Doniphan USD 111 that means a loss of around $26,085 to the school’s current budget.

During a Monday night board meeting the board talked about the cuts and the impact on students.

“All current school boards across the state are being forced to make some difficult financial decisions regarding the Governor’s cuts to education,” the letter said. “The USD 111 Board of Education is proud to represent this district comprised of great teachers, staff, and community supporting strong local education for our youth.  It is our hope that during these difficult decisions, the focus remains on what is best for our students, they are our future.”