Education
Gov. Proposal Takes Out Almost Three Quarters of A Billion Dollars ($722 M) for PreK-12, Leaves Rainy Day Funds Untouched
Last week, Gov. Northam announced his amendments to the state’s two-year budget that began on July 1. The proposal relies...
Addressing Barriers to Virtual Learning for Virginia Students
As the new school year begins, students will face a back-to-school environment far more unique than any in modern history.
Policymakers Must Use Available Resources to Help Virginia Families and Communities
Statement by Ashley C. Kenneth, Senior Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, The Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis, on...
Budget Priorities to Advance Racial Justice and Meet COVID-19 Challenges
Much has changed in Virginia, across the United States, and around the world since the General Assembly first adopted a...
Budget Choices for Today and Tomorrow: Learning Lessons from the Great Recession and Setting Virginia on a More Equitable Path
Executive Summary As Virginia policymakers prepare for a special session to address the state budget and policing reforms, this report...
Schools Face Huge Hurdles in Reopening Safely, Federal Aid Falls Short
Keeping students and school staff safe should be a top priority across the state. While Gov. Northam permitted schools to...
Virginia Can Choose Equity for School Funding During Economic Crisis
Executive Summary Now more than ever, parents, families, and communities are reminded of the critical role that educators and schools...
School Divisions Can Make the Most of Federal Aid to Help Prevent and Respond to COVID Impacts
Every student in every zip code should have access to a high-quality education, yet the pandemic is creating more barriers...
Crises Demand Counselors
Many students and families are experiencing extremely trying times right now: school buildings closing abruptly, financial struggles, parents losing jobs,...