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New York State schools are owed more than $4.05 billion in Foundation Aid. Our schools and students are depending on the state to keep its promise. There is no lack of money in New York State.

Together, we can increase revenue to provide the education our students need and deserve.

School Funding Stories

Stop #11 - Watertown

Watertown, which is owed $11 million in Foundation Aid, has tried to tackle the growing needs by adding school counselors and a social worker, but they are stretched thin.

Stop #10 - Hudson Valley

community need is outpacing the district’s ability to cope, and there is a massive resource gap: Ellenville is owed $4.3 million in state aid.

Stop #9 - Albany

They walk to school past uninhabitable houses, marked for demolition. There are three makeshift memorials to people who’ve been shot.

Stop #8 - Central NY

There is generational poverty and mental health issues that have gone undiagnosed and untreated. We are trying to break that cycle, but we can’t meet the needs.

Stop #7 - Western NY

A shortage of state funding means the district can offer only one social worker for every 2,000 students and only eight guidance counselors districtwide.

Stop #6 - Monroe County

Hard times have hit Rochester. Massive financial constraints have led to midyear layoffs that have decimated the district and harmed students.

Stop #5 - Long Island

Students' emotional needs are greater. There’s more depression, more anxiety. Students are missing more days of school. The students need support.

Stop #4 - Southern Tier

There are libraries, but no librarians. There are over-crowded classrooms with water damage and students who won't have proper opportunities for their futures.

Stop #3 - New York City

The atmosphere belies the fact that IS181 is owed $925,000 in state Foundation Aid this year, nearly 10 percent of its budget. The shortfall takes a heavy toll.

Stop #2 - White Plains

You might think a populous and prosperous town like White Plains would be immune to the effects of lacking foundation aid. You'd be wrong. 

Stop #1 - Mohonasen

The district is owed over $8 million in state aid. At Bradt Primary School that means fewer teachers and support staff, even as student needs grow. 


Tell Your Story

Share your story about the consequences of inadequate funding on your students, your school, or your ability to do your job! The funding crisis affects all levels of education from Pre-K to 16.