On March 27, 2024, Deputy Policy Director Colin Jones presented to the Legislative Gateway Caucus on K-12 funding and policy. The presentation included a spotlight on Lawrence, Mass. It also previews upcoming work from MassBudget focused on the adjustments needed to keep the state’s K-12 funding formula (Chapter 70) aligned with inflation. Read the full presentation below.
Presentation: K-12 Funding Update for the Legislative Gateway Caucus
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