Kansas lawmakers passed Senate Bill 339, addressing declining student populations in school districts, setting state aid guidelines and funding mechanisms for small districts.
Kansas lawmakers passed Senate Bill 339, addressing shrinking student populations in school districts. The bill sets out state aid guidelines for the next year, with Rep. Kristey Williams estimating 11 districts have fewer than 100 students enrolled. An emergency measure targets one district expected to have eight students in 2024-2025, ensuring funding is directed solely towards those students when they transfer to other districts.
May 12, 2024
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