Equitable Funding in Your District

Natasha Dunn
Natasha Dunn
Digital Organizing Manager, States / Affiliates

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In 2017, Illinois reformed the way it funds public schools through passing the Evidence-Based Funding Formula after years of fighting for equitable school funding. Nevertheless, the formula remains significantly underfunded. Illinois has established a goal of increasing funding by $350 million per year, which will leave two decades before the formula adequately funds Illinois' schools.

Dedicating funds to address education disparities and disruptions like learning gaps, academic losses, and chronic absenteeism is critical to lifting students out of poverty.

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