The Missouri state legislature disburses money to school districts via a student-centered Foundation Formula that was enacted in 2005. It has become increasingly clear that this 20-year old-formula needs revision. This report examines the history, effectiveness, and current state of the distribution of funds. In addition, it suggests potential changes to state funding of public education. What is needed is a more student-centered, targeted, and responsive formula that better addresses the needs of each student and allows to more easily follow them to the school of their choice.
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