Changes to the school funding formula that result in less funding for schools should be recognized as cuts regardless of what they’re called.

“‘Changes in these programs could threaten equal educational opportunities across Kansas school districts and threaten the ability of local voters to enhance their local schools,’ KASB said. ‘A major reason for growth in these aid programs has been the limited funding for base state aid for Kansas classrooms.’” http://www2.ljworld.com/news/2014/dec/23/legislative-leaders-want-school-finance-overhaul/