“The original House and Senate budgets committed all but about $6 million of the state’s expected general fund revenue, but state education officials estimate it would cost about $70 million this year and $39 million next year to comply with the court’s ruling. Where will that money come from? “Last...
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Foster care bill containing voucher passes Senate
There’s a voucher provision built into Sen. Knox’s foster care bill. “The bill would place sole discretion with participating foster parents to determine the educational placement of foster children in their care. If the parent chose not to send a child to public school, the host parent would receive approximately...
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Great advice from Rep. Clayton: “At this early point in time, it is difficult to tell exactly how the legislature will fix our school funding issue. During this time, it is important that you make your voices heard. This is your money. These are your schools. Your business community. Your...
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Here’s the latest anti-teacher-morale provision. While teachers are continuing to make their recently-increased KPERS contributions, the state is delaying making theirs until the fall, with 8% interest. Who believes that if they can’t make the payment now, they’ll be able to pay the original amount plus 8% in September? Would...
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