State Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill | Pennsylvania
State Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill | Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG - The Basic Education Funding Commission, led by state Sen. Kristin Phillips-Hill and Rep. Mike Sturla, has announced that it will be holding a public hearing on Thursday, December 14 at 9 a.m. The hearing will take place in Hearing Room No. 1 of the North Office Building in the Capitol Complex in Harrisburg.
During the hearing, the commission will be focusing on school surveys, with a presentation from the Independent Fiscal Office. This presentation aims to provide valuable insights into the state of education in Pennsylvania and will help inform the commission's decision-making process.
The public hearing will be streamed live on the commission's website at www.basiceducationfundingcommission.com/meetings, allowing for greater accessibility and transparency.
This hearing is part of the ongoing efforts of the Basic Education Funding Commission to ensure that every child in Pennsylvania has access to a quality education. By examining school surveys, the commission is taking a comprehensive approach to understanding the needs of students and schools across the state.
Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill, co-chair of the commission, highlighted the importance of these hearings, stating, "Through these public hearings, we are able to gather important data and insights that will help us make informed decisions about education funding in Pennsylvania."
Representative Mike Sturla, the other co-chair of the commission, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the need for transparency and public input in the decision-making process. He said, "We value the input of all stakeholders and believe that these hearings are an important part of our work to ensure that every child in Pennsylvania has access to a quality education."
As the Basic Education Funding Commission continues its work, it is clear that the voices of educators, parents, and students are being heard. These hearings provide an opportunity for all stakeholders to share their perspectives and contribute to the development of fair and equitable funding policies.
With the public hearing on school surveys scheduled for Thursday, December 14, the Basic Education Funding Commission is taking another step towards its goal of providing a high-quality education for all students in Pennsylvania.
Click this link to access more information: https://senatorkristin.com/2023/12/11/basic-education-funding-commission-hearing-on-thursday/
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