Pennsylvania Governor highlights $1.1 billion in public education funding

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro visited a school to highlight $1.1 billion in additional public education funding included in the state's new budget. The funding represents the largest year-over-year boost in Pennsylvania's history.

Key Points

  • Pennsylvania to invest $11 billion in K-12 public education
  • $1.1 billion increase from last year, largest in state's history
  • Focus on mental health resources, environmental school repairs

Pros

  • Record funding for public K-12 education in Pennsylvania
  • Investment in student and teacher resources
  • New formula directs funding to districts in need

Cons

  • Previous underfunding of schools in Pennsylvania