Discusses the implications for state funding of education behind the recent California case, Serrano vs Priest. (JF)

A study of Colorado tax allocation examined the feasibility of replacing the present system for financing education with a state income tax system. Further study is recommended, but indications are that an equitable distribution of financial assistance would result in better educational opportunities for economically disadvantaged counties.…

Article deals with the views of individuals and what they want for their children in the classroom. (ML)

A Federally financed and insured revolving loan fund to finance higher education for all citizens. (Editor)

Summarizes changes in state tax laws and tax revenues, including income, sales, and motor fuel taxes, and presents data on public school revenues and expenditures. (RW)

Explores the implications for California schools from new legislation calling for school improvement and, at the same time, Proposition 13 that reduced the property taxes. (Author/MLF)

Presents a conceptual framework showing that state policy choices affecting division of school financing responsibilities and targeting of state aid to poorer school districts determine the degree of taxpayer equity. The framework explains the relationship between taxpayer and pupil equity and provides indicators to evaluate how state school…

Conventional programs are under consideration in Texas, as the legislature debates the proper way to "equalize" the school financing system. Taxing real property is outdated, because much of the state's wealth is in intellectual property. Despite committing billions of dollars, the state legislature has not made any meaningful change in…

In Illinois, the combination of aging structures, local taxpayer resistance to increased property taxes, and increased costs have all affected local school infrastructure feasibility. Proposes four steps districts should be required to take to meet their fiduciary responsibilities. (eight references) (MLF)

Between 1954 and 1979, the U.S. Supreme Court resolved over 30 school-segregation cases. During the 1980s, however, the Court placed desegregation on the back burner. Although a 1990 decision upheld desegregation tax increases for Kansas City, Missouri, schools, desegregation lost out in three subsequent cases. (Contains 24 references.) (MLH)

A school renovation referendum's success hinged on a superintendent's visit to Joseph Graves, outspoken leader of an anti-tax group. Graves's book advises educators to marshall the facts and then talk with voters on committees, not at them. After exhaustive discussion, groups will make their own recommendations. (MLH)

Explains how New York's Niagara Falls High School, with the help of a public-private partnership, was able to create a forward-thinking school without raising taxes. Explores ways to design for school security, create a positive community relationship, and provide a healthy and effective learning environment. (GR)