Dallas ISD is urging people to contact their state lawmakers to demand more funding for public schools.
Time is running out on the regular legislative session, which ends on May 29, but Dallas ISD wants lawmakers to act now to"allocate more of the state’s record $32.7 billion surplus to public education."
The appeal comes from roughly a dozen districts in the North Texas area, including Mesquite, Richardson, Frisco and Plano ISDs. Dallas ISD Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde said during a news conference that while lawmakers have designated additional funds this year for public education, it doesn't go far enough, according to the district's news release. At this rate, districts won't be able to increase pay in a significant way for teachers and staff, she continued, adding that's why they're sending a"distress call" to advocates and supporters.
Mayday! I am declaring a state of emergency because the budget state lawmakers are negotiating would leave Texas public schools $7b short of what's needed to keep up with inflation. Use this link to tell lawmakers that public schools need help now!
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