Some options Santa Fe Public Schools is considering to cut the budget:

• Move middle-school athletics under the operation of the city of Santa Fe, which would, in return, gain access to middle schools for city-run programs. Approximate savings: $350,000.

• Increase class size by two to three students per class in grades K through 12. Approximate savings: About $2.5 to $3 million.

• Alternate music and art programs on yearly or semester basis, with elementary music and visual arts programs financed by the state's Fine Arts in Education Act. Also consider eliminating one coordinator position. Approximate savings: $1 million.

• Increase case loads of occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and physical therapists in special education-related fields from 32 to 37 students. Approximate savings: $325,000.

• Consolidate three elementary schools at Alameda Middle School and close South Campus programs at Santa Fe High School. Approximate savings: $1.2 million