For future principals and others enrolled in courses on School Finance, this book explains and demonstrates the relationship between money and student achievement. New to this edition: (1) Includes updated information on the ever-changing landscape of school finance; (2) Co-author Faith E. Crampton has joined the author team, applying the expertise she has acquired in public education, state government, national education and legislative organizations, and universities; (3) Chapters now include a section titled "Point - Counterpoint", offering opposing views on issues involving money and schools along with incisive questions to help guide classroom debates and/or individual analysis; (4) Case studies throughout the text provide opportunities to apply the knowledge gained in each chapter; and (5) Includes web sites and recommended bibliography.