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OBJECTIVE FUNDING IS THE BEST PATH TO A QUALITY EDUCATION

When Mississippi’s education leaders learned about legislation that could jeopardize the Mississippi Adequate Education Program, we wasted no time letting lawmakers know what was at stake for the future.

Our points were made clear in a Feb. 20 letter signed by representatives of MASS, Mississippi Association of Educators, Mississippi Professional Educators, Mississippi Association of School Administrators and The Parents’ Campaign.

Bills proposed in the 2024 legislative session are indicative of the divide that exists in Mississippi. The Senate supports fully funding MAEP and preserving objective per-pupil funding criteria. The House has introduced legislation that not only would eliminate MAEP but allow lawmakers to determine annually how much money the state provides for each student.

An objective formula takes economic realities into account when determining the amount of money required to educate students. Like funding formulas for most state services, it’s based on a detailed cost analysis and considers all dimensions of providing a modern educational system to prepare our students for the future.

It also ensures that students in poorer counties get the same shot at a quality education as those who live in more affluent areas.

The question comes down to this: How can we ensure a consistent and reliable approach to funding education for our children?

The answer is clear, and MASS will continue advocating for an objective funding formula that is in the best interests of Mississippi’s students and Mississippi’ future.

Phillip G Burchfield

Executive Director

 

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