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Spend more on schools in poor districts that badly need it | James Rosen glaring spending gap
The op-ed says high national spending has not reached poor districts, leaving some schools stressed and forcing local closures and tradeoffs.
- On the surface, the U.S. spends more per student than most countries, yet funding often shifts away from education toward local property tax values, creating disparities across districts.
- Administrators at Tulsa Public Schools seek to repurpose facilities to address budget needs, while local sports programs deal with escalating costs that strain district resources.
- Coaches at some schools now earn over $100K, highlighting the financial gap between districts that creates competition for resources and exacerbates inequality.
- Tulsa listed 18 sites in a draft closure and repurposing proposal, aiming to address budget constraints and operational needs facing the district.
- President Leeds says Tulsa can be the city's anchor university, as the 2026 Best in the World list highlights regional achievements despite ongoing budget challenges.
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Leaning Left2Leaning Right0Center9Last UpdatedBias Distribution82% Center
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- 82% of the sources are Center
82% Center
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