Most states are reaping the benefits of an improving economy, but now face a “more money, more problems” dilemma. Public education already accounts for a large percentage of state budgets, but ed leaders and advocates are pushing for more money as state coffers fill.
Teacher strikes in many states over the past year are also increasing the pressure, even in states where strikes haven’t occurred. But many also face issues with pension payouts, which are siphoning funds that could go to education.
