In New Jersey, a growing movement among lawmakers, parents, students, and teachers is pushing for an overhaul of the state's school funding formula, citing its unpredictability and the adverse effects on various school districts. Protests and demonstrations have been organized in Howard County and by the Cherry Hill School District, which is facing a significant financial challenge with a potential $6.9 million cut in state aid. These groups have traveled to the New Jersey state capital to voice their concerns and demand changes to ensure more stable and equitable funding for schools.
Facing a possible $6.9 million cut in state aid, the Cherry Hill school district on Wednesday became the face of the battle in the New Jersey Legislature on school funding. https://t.co/EwRsgiQ8kc
Students, parents and teachers from one district traveled to the New Jersey state capital to fight for funding as they brace for drastic cuts https://t.co/Z9KIbOliHz
Students, parents and teachers of the Cherry Hill School District traveled to the New Jersey state capital to fight for funding as they brace for drastic cuts. @siobhan_mcgirl reports. https://t.co/ONM1nXforr
Howard County parents and students protest budget cuts https://t.co/bAlOujFANK
Lawmakers are calling for an overhaul of New Jersey’s school funding formula, as it is too unpredictable year to year and leaves many school districts caught off guard. https://t.co/VlaHfvn9Zl