Realities of School Funding Changes

By: AERA Division L
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  • In February 2023, the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court ruled the state's school funding formula unconstitutional. This historic ruling underscores the need to re-examine approaches to school funding, especially when grappling with long-standing educational disparities across and within school districts.


    This podcast series explores the tangible impacts of this ruling by speaking with students, service providers, and educators in the Philadelphia area.


    This podcast is a production of AERA's Division L Graduate Student Council. In particular, Neisha Terry Young and Michaela Pernetti led the way. Anyone interested in learning more about these issues can check out AERA Division L's 2024 Fireside Chat on Sunday, April 14 at 11:25 AM. It will be located at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Floor: Level 5, Salon H.


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Episodes
  • 4. Intersecting Multiple Lenses to Explore the Philadelphia School Funding Issue With Dr. Linda Stevenson

    4. Intersecting Multiple Lenses to Explore the Philadelphia School Funding Issue With Dr. Linda Stevenson
    Mar 18 2024

    In this podcast episode, speakers, including Dr. Linda Stevenson discuss the critical need for equitable education funding across school districts, particularly in light of recent legal rulings and ongoing disparities. They delve into personal experiences and expert insights, exploring the impact of funding inequities on students, families, and educators. Through interviews and discussions, they highlight the urgent need for systemic change and propose solutions to ensure every student receives a quality education, regardless of their background or location.


    Dr. Linda Stevenson bio: https://www.wcupa.edu/sciences-mathematics/politicalScience/facultyStevenson.aspx


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    28 mins
  • 3. Dyad Interview With A Philadelphia-Based Non-Profit Organizer and a High School Senior

    3. Dyad Interview With A Philadelphia-Based Non-Profit Organizer and a High School Senior
    Mar 18 2024
    Today, we welcome Elizabeth Porter, education manager at Philadelphia based nonprofit African family health organization, or AFAHO, and Chris, a 12th grade student attending Philadelphia Public Schools.

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    47 mins
  • 2. Amplifying Youth Voices in the School Funding Conversation

    2. Amplifying Youth Voices in the School Funding Conversation
    Mar 18 2024
    This compelling podcast episode delves into the critical issue of school funding disparities in the Philadelphia public school system, sparked by a recent ruling deeming Pennsylvania's formula unconstitutional. Through candid conversations with three students, the episode vividly illustrates the profound impact of funding inequities on their academic journey. From inadequate resources like computers and library books to safety concerns stemming from building disrepair, the students articulate the real-world challenges they face daily. Their firsthand accounts shed light on the urgent need for policy reform and greater inclusion of student voices in decision-making processes. Ultimately, the episode serves as a powerful call to action, urging listeners to engage with the complex issue of educational equity and join the conversation on creating more equitable learning environments for all students.

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    26 mins

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