Teachers, community college leaders and superintendents warn of deep K–12 and higher‑education shortfalls A broad panel of educators and superintendents told lawmakers that Chapter 70 inflation gaps, enrollment declines, and Mass Educate have created structural shortfalls (examples: Triton $4.25M level‑service increase; Middleborough $4M deficit) and urged wage equity and targeted revenue measures.

Massachusetts educators are sounding the alarm over looming budget shortfalls that could cripple K–12 and higher education, with districts like Triton facing a staggering $4.25 million increase just to maintain services.

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Education Task Force reviews funding formulas from various states for special education Task force debates special education funding and legislative responsibilities for future bills.

Olathe Public Schools is redefining special education funding by exploring successful models from neighboring states to ensure every student gets the support they need.

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Legislators establish commission for state school funding formula reforms The commission will report findings and recommendations on amending school funding formulas.

Montana is taking a bold step towards education reform with a new commission set to reshape school funding formulas!

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Extraordinary needs grant formula established for Alton Albany and Allentown schools New grant formula prioritizes high poverty and low property areas for school funding.

New Hampshire is reshaping school funding with a new grant formula that targets high poverty areas—will your community benefit?

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