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Washington State public school funding request

Overview

Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal has requested a nearly $2 billion increase for the 2027-2029 public school budget. The proposal seeks to support over 1 million students and address rising operational costs.

Of the requested funds, $1.2 billion is intended to meet constitutional obligations for basic education as mandated by the state Supreme Court in the McCleary case. The remaining portion is designated to restore the Transition to Kindergarten program and expand learning assistance for low-income families. Reykdal noted that 11 schools are currently under state oversight due to financial conditions.

Entities

Washington state · Chris Reykdal · Bob Ferguson

Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Washington Superintendent requests $2 billion for public schools

    Washington Superintendent Chris Reykdal is requesting nearly $2 billion in the 2027-2029 budget to meet constitutional education mandates and expand assistance for low-income students.

  2. 4 days ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Washington Superintendent requests $2 billion for public schools

    Washington Superintendent Chris Reykdal is requesting a $2 billion budget increase for public schools to meet constitutional funding obligations and support low-income students.

Sources

courierherald.com · federalwaymirror.com · lynnwoodtimes.com · mi-reporter.com · rentonreporter.com · seattleweekly.com · tacomadailyindex.com