Pennsylvania elected officials say they are working to improve public education in the Commonwealth with a historic infusion of new dollars while advocates say keep it coming.
The Amanda E. Stout Elementary School of Reading serves of over 800 students, nearly all Hispanic, in a building built in the mid-30’s. School officials say public-school funding here has long lagged behind other districts. A stark reality for parent Natalie Lebron. "It’s sad, it’s disappointing," she said. "At times, our kids are set last, maybe because we’re in the Latino Community. I’m happy good stuff is happening moving forward.
Shapiro told those gathered that all parents want are, "Really good schools for kids and grandkids, they want safer communities, and they want all economic opportunities for all Pennsylvanians."New public education funding totals $1.1 billion in the Commonwealth, and under a new formula, it’s pushed to communities like Reading, which need it most. Pa. Rep.
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