Without these dollars, school districts could have to dip into general education funds to meet federal mandates to provide special education services. (educationnext.org)
By law, lottery proceeds can't be used for general education funding, but is slated for supplemental programs that increase school construction, teacher's salaries, pre-K programs and college scholarships. (ncpolicywatch.com)
The budget will boost statewide education funding for $ 1.4 billion, of which Mr. de Blasio said he anticipates New York City will receive a «substantial share» that will go toward general education funding. (observer.com)