In mid-2009 , it was revealed that the District had a $1.1 million shortfall .
Newport School District 's annual budget was $16 million ( 2009 -- 2010 ) .
In mid-2009 , it was revealed that the Newport School District had a $1.1 million shortfall .
Newport School District 's annual budget was $16 million ( 2009 -- 2010 ) .