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Lawmakers press department on cuts to interscholastic programs and fairness in travel funding
Summary
Senators questioned proposed reductions to interscholastic sports and extracurricular programs as cost-saving measures; the commissioner said the department lacks funding but will seek markups and that travel and music instrument needs were largely covered by ARPA purchases.
Senators raised concerns about proposed reductions to interscholastic sports and extracurricular programs during the Department of Education’s budget hearing, arguing such cuts affect retention, scholarships and student engagement.
“How do you justify eliminating programs that impact hundreds of students for such minimal savings?” Senator Milton Potter asked, referring specifically to interscholastic program…
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