Podcasts about education funding

Why is state college tuition in Florida only $6,300 a year while South Carolina charges $14,000+?

John Maytham speaks to Songezo Zibi, leader of Rise Mzansi and chair of SCOPA, about the lack of government data tracking university qualifications against graduate employment and what needs to change. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts Prof. Albert Cheng of Ohio State University and Katie Everett of the Lynch Foundation, speak with Arne Duncan, former United States Secretary of Education for President Barack Obama and former CEO of Chicago Public Schools, about the current state of urban education and the federal school choice program. Sec. Duncan explains the politics behind governors opting into the federal education tax program, which provides a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit of up to $1,700 for donations to approved scholarship-granting organizations. In blue states that have opted in, like Colorado and New York, the program will benefit urban students, as well as high dosage tutoring, public district, public charter, voc-tech and religious school options for families. He also shares why he and Democrats for Education Reform urge other blue and red states alike to follow suit. Sec. Duncan closes by examining the political dynamics around why Bay State legislators and parents should encourage Governor Maura Healey to opt into this federal school choice program.

How can Texas improve healthcare access, strengthen public education, and prepare its workforce while balancing competing budget priorities? On this episode of Texas Talks, host Brad Swail welcomes State Representative Donna Howard, who represents House District 48, for a wide-ranging conversation on healthcare, higher education, workforce development, public school funding, and the state's fiscal outlook. As Vice Chair of both the House Higher Education Committee and Article II Appropriations, Howard offers insight into some of the biggest policy debates facing Texas ahead of the next legislative session. The discussion explores the challenges of funding public education, improving rural healthcare access, expanding workforce training through community colleges, and addressing shortages of nurses and healthcare providers. Howard also discusses property tax relief, the Sunset Commission's ongoing review of health agencies, dementia research, and how lawmakers are preparing for the state's next budget cycle. The episode covers: Texas public education funding and property taxes Community colleges, workforce development, and credentials of value Rural healthcare access and provider shortages Expanding the role of nurse practitioners Sunset Commission priorities and state health agencies Texas budget outlook heading into the next legislative session Howard also discusses child healthcare, Medicaid enrollment challenges, maternal healthcare deserts, medical research, housing growth, local infrastructure, and the difficult balancing act legislators face when weighing competing policy priorities. 00:00 — Community college funding controversy 00:33 — Introducing Rep. Donna Howard 02:06 — Sunset Commission and health agency review 04:10 — Children's healthcare and Medicaid challenges 07:23 — Public education funding and state mandates 08:17 — Community colleges and workforce outcomes 10:34 — Higher education priorities 12:22 — Nursing shortages and workforce development 16:28 — Education funding and ESAs 17:45 — Property taxes and state revenue challenges 25:05 — Rural healthcare and maternal health access 27:16 — Nurse practitioners and healthcare shortages 32:58 — Dementia research and medical innovation 36:25 — Housing growth, infrastructure, and local planning 40:35 — Texas budget outlook and closing thoughts Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@TexasTalks Follow us on social mediaX: @Texas_DispatchInstagram: thetexasdispatchLinkedIn: The Texas DispatchTikTok: texas_talks_podcast Find more at The Texas DispatchYour source for state news, policy, and investigative journalism.https://thetexasdispatch.com

On this episode of the Municipal Voice we are returning to the Connecticut Citizens' Assembly on Property Taxes, as they convene for their second in-person weekend. The Assembly has decided how to govern itself, and this weekend they are focused on learning from experts about the issues surrounding the property tax in Connecticut. We are sharing one of many seminars that took place that day, a panel discussion on education funding, featuring New Haven teachers union President Leslie Blatteau, New Canaan Public Schools Supt. Bryan Luizzi, Norwalk Public Schools Chief Financial Officer Lunda Asmani, and Yale School of Medicine professor and Child W ellbeing and Education Research director Michael Strambler.

On today's show, we learn that, even though it isn't pleasant, preparing to respond to an active shooter is necessary. Plus, after national reporting about a violent incident at a private school in Arkansas, we think about what reform should take place. We also get a new series of recommended books, each originally written in a language other than English.

After more than a full year of delay at the legislature, North Carolina finally has a new state budget and as is almost always the case, what the new budget does and doesn't do for public education is among the matters receiving the most attention. The good news is that a lot of teachers will get some decent raises this fall. Unfortunately, the bad news is that those raises don't apply to all teachers or school personnel. What's more, thanks to inflation and the rising cost of health insurance premiums, most teachers remain stuck in the mud financially or even worse off than they were just a couple of years ago. So, what should we make of this situation? Are lawmakers making encouraging strides in lifting up our public schools or is the new budget just the latest in a series of inadequate measures. Newsline caught up with the veteran executive editor of the nonprofit group Public Ed Works, David Rice, to learn more. Click here to listen to the full interview with Public Ed Works executive editor David Rice.

After more than a full year of delay at the legislature, North Carolina finally has a new state budget and as is almost always the case, what the new budget does and doesn't do for public education is among the matters receiving the most attention. The good news is that a lot of teachers will get some decent raises this fall. Unfortunately, the bad news is that those raises don't apply to all teachers or school personnel. What's more, thanks to inflation and the rising cost of health insurance premiums, most teachers remain stuck in the mud financially or even worse off than they were just a couple of years ago. So, what should we make of this situation? Are lawmakers making encouraging strides in lifting up our public schools or is the new budget just the latest in a series of inadequate measures. Newsline caught up with the veteran executive editor of the nonprofit group Public Ed Works, David Rice, to learn more. Click here to listen to the full interview with Public Ed Works executive editor David Rice.

* A court ruling has temporarily blocked Gov. Landry's plan to cut the MFP to fund teacher pay. What will state lawmakers do ahead of the Tuesday afternoon deadline to vote on that plan? We'll talk to Senate President Cameron Henry. * The Shrine on Airline has been getting some major renovations. We get the latest on that, if a new sports franchise could be coming, and how development around Jefferson Parish

Louisiana lawmakers have until 5pm on June 23 to vote on whether to move $168 million from public school operations to fund teacher pay stipends. We'll go over what's going on with Julie O'Donoghue, a senior writer at the Louisiana Illuminator.

Is America's education system preparing students for the future—or preserving a model designed for the past? In this eye-opening episode of Voices of Courage, host Ken D. Foster sits down with former Idaho State Senator Steven Thayn to explore one of the most pressing issues facing families today: the future of education funding and why the current system rewards inputs instead of outcomes. With decades of experience as a teacher, legislator, and education reform advocate, Steven shares bold ideas that challenge conventional thinking and place parents and students back at the center of learning.

The Blue-Ribbon Commission on K-12 Education Funding and Accountability had its first meeting. There's a lot of variability to determine how school districts get state and federal dollars. We spoke to Rep. Tina Courpas, a member of the group, about what came out of the first meeting and the goal of the commission.To watch the first meeting: CT-N Video Player: Governor's Blue-Ribbon Commission on K-12 Education Funding and Accountability June 4th Meeting

On this episode of Your Financial Choices, Laurie Siebert continues giving suggestions for addressing student costs through tools like the FAFSA.

John talks with state senator Renee Erickson about the latest Education Funding Task Force presentation showing between 2018 and 2025, Kansas K-12 schools are down 16,107 students but have increased 1,583 employees

On this episode of Your Financial Choices, Laurie Siebert discusses education funding through 529 plans and education credits.

Kristey Williams, Kansas Legislator, On Kansas Schools Lawsuit For Special Education Funding | 5-21-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It appears that, finally, after a year-long delay that has left North Carolina the only state in the union without a budget for the current fiscal year, Republican state legislative leaders may soon give final approval to a comprehensive budget plan and send it to Gov. Josh Stein. Of course, as is usually the case, funding for public education was and remains one of the most hotly debated budget items. And while it appears that teachers will finally receive some long overdue but still modest raises, as we learned in a conversation with Wake County State Rep. Phil Rubin, the plan does little if anything to address the fundamentally skewed funding priorities that have long plagued and worn down our public schools. As Rubin explained to NC Newsline, not only does the budget plan continue to favor unaccountable private voucher schools at the expense of public schools, new plans to impose a one-size-fits-all scheme on county property taxes could make funding problems even worse. Click here to listen to the full interview with Rep. Phil Rubin. 

The government has unveiled a $131 million package for primary and intermediate schools. Political reporter Lauren Crimp reports.

A $131 million education boost aiming to lift maths results and teachers' confidence teaching it has been revealed. Funding's going to new workbooks and digital tools, as well as a Year Two literacy check and Year Five maths check. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says Erica Stanford's responding to the needs of teachers, and ideally they'll support these changes. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former dance teacher accused of sexually abusing a teenage girl pleaded not guilty in court. And, Governor Gavin Newsom released his revised budget for the next fiscal year, and it includes billions in investments for all levels of education. Plus, as election day inches closer, we take a look at the voter turnout here in San Diego. NBC7's Marianne Kushi breaks those headlines down along with meteorologist Sheena Parveen, giving you a look at today's forecast on May 15, 2026.

Many of Illinois' public universities say they are underfunded. Some state lawmakers are hoping to change that – directing more money to smaller state schools. But there's also opposition-notably from the flagship University of Illinois system.

Thousands of North Carolina public school teachers and their supporters converged on Raleigh this past Friday to demand that state lawmakers end their chronic lack of support for public schools. That the participants in the “Kids over Corporations” rally had a strong case to make is hard to deny. Their event took place just days after a new report placed North Carolina 46th in the nation for teacher pay for the current school year — down three spots from last year — and 39th in the nation for per pupil spending. One expert who was there on Friday, knows the ins and outs of state education policy like the back of his hand, and indeed, lives it every day, is Charlotte-Mecklenburg 7th grade language arts teacher Justin Parmenter. And prior to the rally, Parmeter joined NC Newsline to talk about the urgent needs he sees in our schools and why he hopes so fervently that state leaders will listen and act. In Part One of our recent conversation, we discussed the increasingly dire situation that confronts the public schools in our state and why it's essential that state lawmakers heed the demands of educators by dramatically improving public education funding. In Part Two of our chat, we continued our discussion of the need to better fund teacher pay in particular and public schools generally. We also discussed a pair of high-profile policy priorities of the political right – immigration enforcement and private school vouchers – that have only served to further undermine the stability, mission and morale of traditional public schools. Click here to listen to the full interview with middle school teacher Justin Parmenter.

Thousands of North Carolina public school teachers and their supporters converged on Raleigh this past Friday to demand that state lawmakers end their chronic lack of support for public schools. That the participants in the “Kids over Corporations” rally had a strong case to make is hard to deny. Their event took place just days after a new report placed North Carolina 46th in the nation for teacher pay for the current school year — down three spots from last year — and 39th in the nation for per pupil spending. One expert who was there on Friday, knows the ins and outs of state education policy like the back of his hand, and indeed, lives it every day, is Charlotte-Mecklenburg 7th grade language arts teacher Justin Parmenter. And prior to the rally, Parmeter joined NC Newsline to talk about the urgent needs he sees in our schools and why he hopes so fervently that state leaders will listen and act. In Part One of our recent conversation, we discussed the increasingly dire situation that confronts the public schools in our state and why it's essential that state lawmakers heed the demands of educators by dramatically improving public education funding. In Part Two of our chat, we continued our discussion of the need to better fund teacher pay in particular and public schools generally. We also discussed a pair of high-profile policy priorities of the political right – immigration enforcement and private school vouchers – that have only served to further undermine the stability, mission and morale of traditional public schools. Click here to listen to the full interview with middle school teacher Justin Parmenter.

It's Passover and Easter weekend, lawmakers are out of Juneau as the Legislature is roughly halfway through the session.Wil Courtney is in Alaska's capital city to highlight the week that was, including the firing of former United States Attorney General Pam Bondi. Education funding is discussed as Wil explains base student allocation, or BSA. The LNG impasse continues and a vetoed tax bill makes a return, passing the House via tight margin.

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 04/02/2026. This week, we dive into the two biggest debates in the Statehouse. First up is Paul Cillo on breaking the education funding logjam to protect small schools and taxpayers, and a deep dive into Act 181's land use regulations with Jamey Fidel, Sam Lincoln, and Neil Ryan.

What helps educators move creativity from the margins to the center of teaching and learning? And what systems might be quietly shaping what's possible in our classrooms? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett speak with Susan Riley, founder of the Institute for Arts Integration and STEAM and author of Creativity's Edge: Unleashing Humanity's Greatest Advantage in the Age of AI. Together, they explore why creativity, despite being widely valued, often remains underprioritized in schools—and how factors like funding, time, teacher preparation, and leadership all play a role in shaping what actually happens in classrooms. In this episode, we discuss: Why creativity in education is fundamentally an equity issue tied to funding and access How “money buys time” and why time is one of the biggest barriers to creative teaching The tension between stated values (creativity matters) and actual priorities (testing, curriculum pacing, college admissions) Why even well-funded schools may overlook creativity due to competing goals and systemic pressures How teacher preparation programs often miss foundational skills like lesson design and creative integration The role of leadership and school culture in fostering or constraining creativity Simple, practical ways to embed creativity into everyday classroom routines without overhauling curriculum The importance of habits and small shifts, such as questioning routines and curiosity-driven practices The connection between creativity and curiosity as mutually reinforcing forces in learning The “212-degree” metaphor for creativity as a transformational force that is often invisible but deeply impactful The challenges and possibilities of assessing creativity across skills, thinking, application, and expression Why creativity is both a communal experience and an individual act that extends beyond the classroom About Our Guest Susan Riley is an internationally recognized educator, author, and founder of the Institute for Arts Integration and STEAM, the largest online professional development provider focused on arts-integrated approaches. She has presented at the U.S. Department of Education, National Public Radio, and Americans for the Arts, and her work has been featured in publications worldwide. Her latest book, Creativity's Edge, explores how creativity can serve as a critical advantage in the age of AI. This episode invites educators and leaders to take a deeper look at the systems, priorities, and daily practices that shape creativity in schools—and to consider how small, intentional shifts can lead to meaningful change over time. Be sure to subscribe to your favorite platform and sign up for our Extra Fuel newsletter for more resources and inspiration. Visit FuelingCreativityPodcast.com for more information or email us at questions@fuelingcreativitypodcast.com.

Send us Fan MailThe Alaska State House Representative for East Fairbanks is Will Stapp. This is his second appearance on the podcast. To learn more about Will's early life and military service (including his Purple Heart), check out his first appearance. Today, Will and I talk about the chance for increased public education funding this year, Alaska's therapeutic court system, and the elections bill (Senate Bill 64) that just passed the Alaska State House and Senate.

A plan to create more equity among campuses is running into opposition from the state's flagship university.

If there's a core public service in North Carolina that's found itself most consistently in the crosshairs of hostile politicians the last several years, it's public education. Thanks to the repeated enactment of budgets that have underfunded everything from teacher salaries to facilities to the number of administrators, nurses, and counselors, North Carolina's public schools have fallen among the lowest funded in the nation. Despite this trend, thousands of dedicated educators are hanging in there and continuing to advocate for a time in the not-too-distant future in which state leaders will see the error of their ways and renew our state's historic commitment to supporting a first-class public education system. Recently Newsline caught up with one of those professionals – North Carolina 2023 Teacher of the year and nationally board-certified teacher, Kim Jones – to discuss teacher retention and Governor Josh Stein’s critical needs budget. Click here to listen to the full interview with Kimberly S. Jones, 2023 North Carolina Teacher of the Year

If there's a core public service in North Carolina that's found itself most consistently in the crosshairs of hostile politicians the last several years, it's public education. Thanks to the repeated enactment of budgets that have underfunded everything from teacher salaries to facilities to the number of administrators, nurses, and counselors, North Carolina's public schools have fallen among the lowest funded in the nation. Despite this trend, thousands of dedicated educators are hanging in there and continuing to advocate for a time in the not-too-distant future in which state leaders will see the error of their ways and renew our state's historic commitment to supporting a first-class public education system. Recently Newsline caught up with one of those professionals – North Carolina 2023 Teacher of the year and nationally board-certified teacher, Kim Jones – to discuss teacher retention and Governor Josh Stein’s critical needs budget. Click here to listen to the full interview with Kimberly S. Jones, 2023 North Carolina Teacher of the Year

Gov. Bob Ferguson and legislative Democrats scored a victory with the new income tax on millionaire earners, while education programs like Transition to Kindergarten and Running Start face cuts. Free school lunches for all students are promised by 2029. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/winners-losers-and-takeaways-from-was-legislative-session/ #WashingtonState #Politics #Education #Legislature #BobFerguson #TaxPolicy #PublicSchools #Business #Unions

Renee Erickson, Kansas State Senator, On Education Funding | 3-13-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Real Numbers on Special Education Funding in Kansas | Mundo Clip 3-12-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this segment, Dave Trabert from the Kansas Policy Institute joins Mundo in the Morning to discuss the latest on the stadium deal. They dive into the projected 20 million dollar deficit in Wyandotte County's budget and how it might impact the stadium funding. Dave shares his concerns about the county's financial situation and the potential consequences of raising property taxes. They also touch on other topics, including a recent lawsuit settlement and school funding in Kansas. With Dave's expertise, they break down the complex issues and provide insight into what's at stake for the community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this tight budget-setting season, Gov. Brad Little has worked to shield K-12 public schools from cuts and holdbacks, but higher education has had no such luck. With increasing enrollment systemwide and an open president seat at Boise State University, Idaho's higher education institutions have a lot on their plate. Logan Finney sat down this week with Idaho State Board of Education Executive Director Jennifer White to discuss the budget picture and other higher education topics up for discussion this session.

Iowa leads the nation with a federal education funding waiver — what does it mean for classrooms and students? We also explore farmers' struggles, Iowa's ties to the Jan. 6 Capitol attack and other headlines from the week.

The Kansas Legislature's Education Funding Task force met throughout 2025 to discuss possible changes to the state's constitutional school funding formula, which will expire in 2027. Join Leah and Shannon for an analysis of the good, the bad, and the ugly of the Task Force's deliberations, the outlook for 2026, and why school board members need to be prepared to advocate for all Kansas kids. The Advocacy team is joined by special guest April Hilyard of the Butler County Special Ed Interlocal for a bonus discussion of how Kansas' special ed funding formula is in the mix as well.

Every student has unique learning needs, and meeting those needs is key to success. That's especially true for students who receive special education services.In the San Diego Unified School District, 1 in 5 students use those services — one of the highest rates in California.This week, district leaders announced plans to address "systemic issues" in the district's special education program. That includes advocating for more funding from the state and federal government.We discuss the details with the superintendent of the district.Guest:Fabi Bagula, superintendent for the San Diego Unified School District

In this episode, nonprofit finance expert Gretchen Upholt joins Rusty to introduce Nonprofit GPS, BDO's free new online toolkit for scenario planning, business model resilience, and short-term coaching. Learn how your organization can navigate revenue risk and make informed financial decisions in 2026, as the impact of the Trump Administration's War on Charity continues to roll across the sector.Itching for more Fund the People Podcast? Join the new Premium version of the show on Patreon! Visit ⁠patreon.com/fundthepeople⁠ to join. You'll get extended episodes, videos, bonus content, and community conversations. Plus, you'll get Riverside Reflections, an entire new weekly show only available to premium subscribers! Get the inside scoop on Fund the People while getting outside for a walk and an intimate conversation with host Rusty Stahl. Download an edited transcript of this episode.Related Episodes:Funders Confront Reality and Myth of Nonprofit Overhead with Rodney Christopher, BDOMacArthur President Chooses Courage, Not Quiet with John Palfrey, MacArthur FoundationHow Many-Year Grants Strengthen Nonprofit Jobs and Impact with Betsy Leondar-Wright, Fund the PeopleResources Mentioned:Nonprofit GPS website (free tools from BDO and their partners)Strong Nonprofits websiteNonprofit Financial Commons websiteBDO Nonprofit and EducationFunding for Real Change, the website that resulted from the Real Change, Real Costs InitiativeOn our 'PodPage', stream this and all episodes, find links to our show on your favorite podcast player⁠⁠, and more.Resources Mentioned:Nonprofit GPS website (free tools, templates, webinars, coaching from BDO and their partners)Strong Nonprofits websiteBDO Nonprofit and EducationFunding for Real Change, the website that resulted from the Real Change, Real Costs InitiativeGuest Bio:As a Managing Director with BDO's Nonprofit and Grantmaker Advisory practice, Gretchen Upholt leads the team's Cohort & Initiative programs, where BDO partners with funders to provide large-scale capacity building programs for their grantees. She also serves as a lead for several key product areas including training and finance technology consulting, and as a representative of BDO to nonprofits and funders in the Midwest region. In addition to her leadership in the practice, she splits her time between playing an active role as trainer, coach, and curriculum developer for cohort and other training initiatives and as consultant to nonprofit clients across the country, helping nonprofit leaders improve their financial management skills and processes. An experienced staff and program manager, Gretchen is skilled in training, capacity building, research, and program and volunteer management. Previously, Gretchen served as the head of the Volunteer Department at the Thabyay Education Network in Thailand. In that role, Gretchen developed a strategic plan to improve monitoring and evaluation and program management in her department. She also served on the leadership team for the organization, where she reviewed and approved budgets for the organization's 22 programs and worked on a plan to restructure the organization's finance and operations staffing and systems.  Gretchen's widely diverse nonprofit experience includes working on the corporate citizenship team at the TCC Group, designing and implementing a pilot research study on nonprofit talent costs for the Talent Philanthropy Project (now Fund the People), as a project manager with the Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness, and as Chorus Manager for The Choral Arts Society of Washington. She also served as a Community Development Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine, where she designed project frameworks, wrote grants, and led a committee tasked with making funding decisions for USAID-funded grants.

More than 7 million children across the United States depend on special education services, which school districts now refer to as exceptional children’s services. But recent cuts to the Department of Education are taking more resources away from the historically underfunded programs under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). To discuss their growing concerns and the potential impact the situation could have on students, we hear from Anita Hagins Jones, the resident of the Georgia PTA, Lola Green, the president of the Georgia Special Education PTSA, Theneshia Dixon, the legislative chair for the Special Education PTSA, and Cobb County School Board Member Leroy "Tre" Hutchins, who is also a special education specialist. Plus, the Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network (GAIN) is a local nonprofit that provides free immigration legal services and other wraparound support to immigrant survivors of crime and persecution. Back in October, the organization’s executive director, Alpa Amin, said the Department of Justice denied funding to GAIN’s Legal Assistance for Victims (LAV) Program. Amin joins “Closer Look” to talk more about how GAIN is responding with less funding and greater need.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's show is gonna go deep. Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budges is gonna give us the Weekly Top 3. This week's Topics: CA Taxes less than Alaska's? K-12 Task Force on Education FUNDING needs to answer the question of how to FUND what they want; The irony of Alaska's SNAP funding "crisis". Then in hour two we'll have an early segment with our own Chris Story who'll give us an update on the Fair Tax act, then finish up with our weekly PMA boost.

This week Maddie Shepard joins Robert and Jazmin to talk about the Protect Our Schools KY effort to increase education spending in Frankfort by $718 million, as well as the recent news about the JCPS budget. Before that, Robert and Jazmin discuss the evolving Democratic side of the 2026 US Senate race and a recent controversy involving a vote by Morgan McGarvey.

A Helena law firm says the state isn't meeting its constitutional obligation to provide a quality education. Missoula schools are the first to sign on to a potential lawsuit over the issue.

In Ohio, there has been a growing debate over fairness when it comes to education. But what about outside of Ohio. How do other countries pay for a child's education? And how do other states pay for their K-12 public schools?

Let's talk about Trump giving up on his education funding freeze....

Let's talk about Trump vs GOP Senators_ education funding edition....

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Let's talk about Trump withholding education funding....

The Trump administration is threatening to pull billions of dollars in funding from top universities across the country.Last week, it froze $1 billion meant for Cornell University and $750 million meant for Northwestern University. The two schools are currently being investigated for alleged antisemitism on campus.And last month, the administration canceled $400 million in grants and contracts for Columbia University also over allegations of antisemitism on campus. President Trump has since targeted other universities including Brown, Harvard, and Princeton.We continue our "If You Can Keep It" series with a look at the higher education funding under the Trump administration. Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Connect with us. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy