Ensuring Equal Education
In most states a school’s funding is tied to the wealth of the neighborhoods it serves. Even though economically disadvantaged students need the most help, under this system schools in poorer neighborhoods are often unable to replicate the quality of education provided by other schools. Every state across the country needs to pursue school funding reform to ensure that no student is limited academically because of the school district they happen to live in.
Meaningful Educational Opportunity for All
The Campaign for Educational Equity is a nonprofit research and policy center at Teachers College, Columbia University, that champions the right of all children to meaningful educational opportunity and works to define and secure the full range of resources, supports, and services necessary to provide this opportunity. Read more.
Read the Campaign for Educational Equity essay: "Fair School Funding and Equal Opportunities"
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