Oct 3, 2023 | 2023 Research, Colorado Springs, Education, Featured Research, Recent Research, Research
There must be an emphasis on improving both school quality and access across all districts since they represent such variety.
Sep 7, 2022 | 2022 Research, Education, Featured Research, Research
As the Covid-19 pandemic recedes, leaving in its wake declining public school student enrollment and achievement, local, state, and federal dollars continue to flow to the Colorado public education system in ever-larger amounts.
Oct 21, 2021 | 2021 Podcasts, Podcast
On this episode of Common Sense Digest, Host and Chairman of Common Sense Institute Earl Wright welcomes Michael Johnston and Doug Robinson to discuss Proposition 119, the measure’s origin, its need, and how it would function.
Oct 19, 2021 | 2021 Research, Education, Featured Research, Recent Research, Research
Proposition 119 on the 2021 Colorado ballot proposes to establish the Learning Enrichment and Academic Progress Program (LEAP).
Sep 29, 2021 | 2021 Research, Education, Featured Research, Recent Research, Research
If Colorado is to have a substantive public discourse about how to improve educational outcomes, there needs to be a common understanding of how K-12 public education is funded in the state. This study analyzes statewide and regional trends in K-12 revenues and spending over the past decade to help ground conversations in facts.