Findings by experts for the American Institutes for Research is serving as the basis for information being used by leaders and the public in New York as they address the issue of adequate state funding for public school children.
New York State Supreme Court Justice Leland DeGrasse ruled that New York City schools must receive an annual increase of nearly $5.7 billion, along with $9.2 billion in capital projects in order for the state to provide "a sound, basic education." His ruling was based upon the results of a 15-month study, "Determining the Cost of Providing All Children in New York an Adequate Education."
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