This video discusses the distribution of funding in Texas public schools. Over half of the budget is allocated to instruction and teacher salaries, followed by facility maintenance. Other expenses include additional staff, transportation, student meals, extracurricular activities, and school safety. The video emphasizes the rising costs of operating schools due to inflation and the need for increased funding to maintain educational quality.
If missed the previous 2 videos in the School Funding Series, you can go back and watch them using the links below.
Wondering where your tax dollars go in Texas public schools? This video breaks down how school funding is allocated, from teacher salaries to facility maintenance. Raise Your Hand Texas created a video to explain this complicated topic.