INVESTING IN OUR SCHOOLS: A Case for State Funding for School Districts

  04 Dec 2024 - 04 Dec 2024

INVESTING IN OUR SCHOOLS: A Case for State Funding for School Districts

Date and time

Wednesday, December 4 · 8:30 - 10am CST

Location

University of Houston-Downtown (UHD)

1 Main Street Houston, TX 77002 United States

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About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

Transforming Houston's Future: Addressing School Funding Gaps
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 | 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
University of Houston Downtown, Milan-Travis Room (Third Floor)

Join the American Leadership Forum (ALF), the Kinder Institute for Urban Research, and the University of Houston Downtown for a pivotal discussion on how we can re-ignite efforts to transform Houston's future by addressing critical funding gaps in Texas school districts.

This event will explore the findings of the recent Texas School District Funding Gaps Report, emphasizing the connection between financial inequities and educational outcomes. Learn how collaborative action can help secure the $9.3 billion needed to address these gaps, ensuring every student in Texas, including those in HISD, has access to quality education.

Key Topics:

  • Current funding disparities in Texas school districts.
  • The impact on TEA ratings and student success.
  • How collective action can drive legislative change.

Parking Information:
Visitor’s Parking Garage
201 Girard Street, Houston, TX 77002
Directions: Enter from Travis Street (northbound), turn right on Girard Street, and follow signs to the Visitor Parking Garage. Parking will be validated.

For questions, contact: 713-226-5522

Together, let's advocate for the future of our children and communities.

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