SUNY Rockefeller Institute of Government’s Hearings on Foundation Aid Formula
SUNY Rockefeller Institute of Government will hold five public hearings throughout New York State to hear testimony regarding the State’s Foundation Aid Formula. These hearings come as part of the requirement in this year’s budget that there be a review of the Foundation Aid Formula. This formula, enacted in 2007, determines how much each school district in the state receives in State Funding. Each hearing will feature invited speakers from the education community, such as education advocacy groups, academic experts, leaders in education research, and representatives of unions; followed by a public commenting period. The public is encouraged to sign up and speak - this is critical for everyone who cares about our public schools. Each speaker will be given two minutes for their remarks and must register in order to speak.
Locations and Dates for the Public Hearings:
July 16, 2024 | New York City
High School of Fashion Industries
225 W 24th St, New York, NY 10011
July 25, 2024 | Buffalo
North Park Community School
780 Parkside Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14216
July 30, 2024 | Long Island
Weldon E. Howitt Middle School
70 Vancott Ave, Farmingdale, NY 11735
August 8, 2024 | Central New York
Laurens Central School
55 Main St, Laurens, NY 13796
August 14, 2024 | Capital Region
Guilderland High School
8 School Road, Guilderland, NY 12085
Testimony for invited speakers will begin at 2 p.m. and public comment for registered speakers will begin at 5:30 p.m. To register, visit the Institute’s Foundation Aid Study page. Comments can also be provided through written testimony submitted on the online form, found here.
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