Evers Announces K-12 Funding From Feds

Wednesday, August 31st, 2022 -- 10:01 AM

(Bob Hague, WRN) Governor Tony Evers announces Wisconsin K-12 schools will receive another 90 million dollars, from Wisconsin’s share of the American Rescue Plan Act.

Evers, who is up for reelection in November, announced the funding on Tuesday as K-12 districts across Wisconsin prepare for fall classes. All the money will be distributed on a per pupil basis, amounting to an additional $91.15 per student.

State Representative Mark born, the co-chair of the legislature's Joint Finance Committee, characterized Evers announcement as a drop in the bucket compared to funding districts already have.

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