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Pennsylvania School
Finance Primer
The Pennsylvania School Finance Primer (September 2002) explains how Pennsylvania
funds it public school system, with primary emphasis on state and local financing. The primer provides historical background and briefly describes each of the major sources of funding. It is
designed to help policy makers and potential policy makers understand this complex $16 billion system so they can better
address some critical policy issues discussed at the end of the primer. It is designed as well
for parents and other citizens to empower them to participate in decision-making on these issues.
Copies of the Pennsylvania School Finance Primer are available for purchase from
The Education Policy and Leadership Center. Discounted prices are available for large quantities.
Click here for a printable order form that includes price and payment information.
For additional information, or to place an order over the phone, contact EPLC at (717) 260-9900.
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