Five Iowa school districts have passed resolutions to push for a larger increase in public school funding in an initiative started by Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement called “Public School Strong.” Iowa CCI Special Projects Director Tim Glaza says without action students will suffer.
They want the Legislature to increase state spending by at least five percent. Lawmakers approved a two percent increase for K-12 schools last year. The group also wants a phase out of education savings accounts.
Five school districts, including Decorah, Keokuk, Albia, Belmond-Klemme and Bennett have passed resolutions supporting “Public School Strong.” Iowa CCI wants parents in other districts to consider bringing a resolution to their school boards for a vote.
