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The Kirwan Commission: An Advocacy Update for 2018
Monday, February 12, 2018 at 09:00 to 10:30 PM

The Commission is to review and assess current education financing formulas and accountability measures and how each local school system spends its funds, including the increased State funds provided through the Bridge to Excellence in Public Schools Act. Moreover, the Commission will review the Study on Adequacy of Funding for Education in the State of Maryland, required by the Bridge to Excellence in Public Schools Act. Come hear directly from local and statewide organizations to learn about their work focused on the Kirwan Commission and other legislation focused on local, education-related issues.  

Event type: 
Community Issues
Audience: 
Education Funders
Members Only
Topic: 
Kirwan Commission
Public Policy
Funding Area: 
Education
Transforming Schools and Neighborhoods – 21st Century Schools Update
Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 09:30 to 11:00 AM

Construction on 21st Century School Buildings is well underway with two completed schools, Fort Worthington Elementary/Middle School and Frederick Elementary School, and seven more currently in process. The Maryland Philanthropy Network team of consultant and member leaders will share an update on these efforts, future plans and opportunities as we enter 2018.

Event type: 
Community Issues
Audience: 
Education Funders
Members Only
Topic: 
School Centered Neighborhood Investment Initiative
Funding Area: 
Education

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