From KASB We’ve been asked: What are the real facts in school funding changes? KASB received the following comments and questions from a local school newspaper editor. I’ve read the response to school funding from (the Governor’s spokesperson) Melika Willoughby, as I’m sure you have, and I guess I’m somewhat confused by her explanation about school funding that schools are – or feel they are – entitled to receive. Question 1) As I read her comments, she makes it sound as though the schools were informed of a potential $53.6 million windfall in LOB and capital outlay money...
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KPI funding ads mislead
KPI is frustrated that districts are explaining that current funding is leading to cuts, so they’ve paid for a full-page ad in the Wichita Eagle. Here are a few things to remember when looking at data KPI chooses to highlight. 1. The first chart includes all spending (KPERS, fed, special ed, buildings, etc.). 2. The increases over last year largely reflect the legislature’s effort to comply with the Gannon equity decision and were essentially court-ordered. Candidates took credit for those increases when running for office last year. 3. The state pulled back on that promised and needed funding,...
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Leave a Comment Tonganoxie board cuts popular teacher and makes other reductions
“The Board of Education met Monday to discuss eliminating the job of Kim Angelo, one of two band instructors at the district’s middle school. “Students said they adore Angelo, a third-year teacher, and would hate to see her go anywhere. They came to the meeting to show their support in hopes of saving her job. “In a letter to parents, the superintendent said the governor’s block grant funding will have a significant negative impact on current and future school funding in Tonganoxie. “The district said the block grant funding will lead to a $212,000 budget shortfall. The district...
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Leave a Comment Rep. Ousley update explains players in Kansas
This piece by Rep. Ousley isn’t just about Medicaid expansion. It explains a lot about what is happening with education funding and policy in Kansas as well. As powerful as they are, though, ALEC, AFP, KPI and the Kansas Chamber of Commerce, don’t actually get to vote-you do. Read more here: http://pvpost.com/2015/05/11/capitol-update-why-hasnt-the-legislature-voted-on-medicaid-expansion-39103...
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