For the first time in our state’s history, the Legislature has fully funded the education formula at a price tag of $3.4 billion, but will this additional funding be well spent? If the past is any indicator of the future it will probably include hiring more teachers, administrators, and staff through what’s called a “staffing surge.” A lot of people believe hiring more teachers and staff translates to higher academic achievement, but is this really the case?

Emily Stahly joins the Gary Nolan Show on 93.9 The Eagle. Originally aired on July 13, 2017.

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13 Jul 2017