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Money Issues Hamper Progress In Some School Districts
April 18, 2019 | | 1 min read
What’s the best way to ensure that future generations get the best education possible? For many people, the answer is simple: money.
More specifically, these proponents argue that additional funding must go toward attracting and retaining quality teachers — arguably the most important component of the education system.
The problem, however, is that school funding is tied so closely to local property values. That means school districts in rural and urban areas are often at a disadvantage because their tax base is limited.
Some Kansas City-area districts have found workarounds to limited funding, but are they long-term solutions?
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