Money and Schools

<p><em>Money and Schools</em> explains and demonstrates the relationship between money and equality of educational opportunity in a way that is clear precise and engaging. Grounded in research and best practices this book provides a broad overview of school finance budgeting and resource allocation an understanding of the underlying economic social legal and political principles that drive how schools are funded as well as a detailed examination of day-to-day funding operations. Rich pedagogical features include chapter drivers point/counterpoint discussions case studies portfolio exercises and web and recommended resources. This accessible and engaging book offers strong connections to real-world experiences and detailed information on preK–12 funding history concepts and current operations for both aspiring and experienced education leaders in school budgeting finance and resource management courses.</p><p>New to this edition:</p><ul> <li>Coverage of new concepts and trends such as the political economy and culture of public education.</li> <li>Inclusion of cutting-edge research on the impacts of money on student learning outcomes.</li> <li>Expanded chapter-by-chapter annotations and recommended resources that point readers to other resources and explain key concepts in greater detail.</li> <li>New online supplemental downloads including updated PowerPoints for Instructors and chapter-based interactive figures for download.</li> </ul>