Examines the present financial support of schools on a State-by-State basis. Presents evidence indicating that, although there has been little shift in State financial commitment to the schools in the last ten years, factors are now evident that could cause a rapid change in the amount of State support provided in the near future. (Author/DN)

Discusses the decision in which the Texas system of school support based on a local ad valorem tax on real estate property was held to be constitutional regardless of the inequitable distribution of the value of that real estate. Examines the facts around the case, the majority opinion, the dissenting opinion, and the implications for educators…