Call for A Budget That Puts Students First
As the budget impasses continues, the Campaign for Fair Education Funding this week formally called on Gov. Tom Wolf and legislators to promptly reach a budget agreement that enacts the funding formula adopted by the state Basic Education Funding Commission and increases basic education funding by at least $410 million
Lutherans Pray, Preach and Rally for Fair Education Funding
Lutherans from around the state raised their voices in Harrisburg at a rally for fair education funding June 23. Lutheran Advocacy Ministry in Pennsylvania (LAMPa) started the day by leading a prayer service on the steps of the capitol, joining other faith groups fasting there to protest Pennsylvania’s distinction of
Campaign for Fair School Funding Shares Recommendations
HARRISBURG (FEBRUARY 26, 2015) – LAMPa today joined partners in the Campaign for Fair Education Funding to propose a student-driven funding formula for basic education that strategically directs resources to students and school districts with the greatest needs and provides the investment necessary to enable every child to succeed academically,
Attend a Public Forum on School Funding
Learn how state funding issues have affected local school districts at a public forum near you. Partners in the Coalition for Fair Education Funding are organizing events around the state. Attend and learn how to advocate for a good foundation for the future of ALL of our children, regardless of
The Campaign for Fair Education Funding Launches
Lutheran Advocacy Ministry in Pennsylvania today (October 6) joined more than 40 organizations from across the Commonwealth in calling for a fair and adequate funding formula for Pennsylvania public schools. Our new partnership in The Campaign for Fair Education Funding stems from the Lutheran understanding of education as part of
