"2020 has brought us all incredible uncertainty. As the future of education this fall and beyond is in headlines daily and guidance changes constantly, there is consistency for educators in the unchanged mission to educate students safely and effectively. Summer has always been a time for careful planning and, this year, that need is greater than ever. We hope the resources below provide helpful context as you continue to navigate this season with resilience to ensure the best possible outcomes for your students."
Amanda Flurry,
Associate District Partner
How State and Local Dollars Fund Public Schools
Public schools are primarily funded through property tax dollars and other state and local taxes, but the way tax dollars travel to schools can be confusing. Tax dollars are not necessarily allocated to students or even to schools in the neighborhoods of the taxpayer. Tax revenue is collected and distributed to schools throughout a district, and in a growing number of states, to districts throughout the state.
Behind the Scenes of a Recession in K-12 School Districts
Recessions affect K-12 schools differently than other industries. What are school districts facing and how can stakeholders become informed and engaged?
The number of students a state uses for school district revenue calculations determines the amount of total revenue a district receives. That’s a big deal.
Infographic: How Funding Formulas Impact Per-Pupil Funding
This scenario shows how two schools with the same enrollment would be funded differently if the district used an Unweighted Staffing Ratio or a Weighted Student Funding method.
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