From the Kansas Association of School Boards:

“Election season brings plenty of discussion about public education. We’re sharing facts to help inform the conversation.

Fact #2: Kansas school districts spent $440 million of their own resources to cover special education funding shortfalls in 2024-25. Today, 39% of local school property taxes help make up that difference.”

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