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 School Finance 2007-08: A Status Quo Budget in a Time of Increased Pressure (December 2007)
EdSource's annual report on the California public education budget offers a comprehensive look at lawmakers' funding decisions for schools this year and the impact those decisions may have on future budgets. It focuses on how much money schools were budgeted this year, how those funds were allocated and some related policy changes, highlights the increasing challenges K-14 education faces, and gives a brief overview of the funding for community colleges.
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School Finance Highlights 2007-08 (December 2007)
This two-page brief provides a quick look at funding for California schools in 2007-08.
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Major categorical programs: State and federal money is earmarked for special purposes (December 2007)
This handy two-page publication lists the major state and federal categorical programs, and funding amounts, in the 2007-08 California State Budget.
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Selected Readings on California School Finance (December 2007)
This volume contains the most popular EdSource publications related to school finance and school district budgeting. It is updated each December to include the most recent information available.
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Keeping California School Districts Fiscally Healthy (April 2007)
This report summarizes findings from a study of financial management in California school districts, including how districts vary in the qualifications and stability of the responsible personnel, the nature of their governance and leadership, and their management practices. The 2006 study was conducted by EdSource and School Services of California as part of the "Getting Down to Facts" project. Free download.
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2007 Resource Cards on California Schools (March 2007)
This convenient spiral-bound volume contains the latest data on school finance as well as information on students, teachers, and California's accountability system.
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Trends and Comparisons in California School Finance (January 2007)
This data-rich report looks at how school district revenues and expenditures in California have changed over time, how they compare to other states, and how they relate to state and federal reform policies.Trends and Comparisons in California School Finance
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Q&A: The Basics of California's School Finance System (November 2006)
This two-page Q&A provides a brief, easy-to-understand explanation of California's school finance system and introduces the issues of its adequacy and equity. Also available in Spanish. Free download.
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Q&A: The School District Budget Process (November 2006)
This two-page Q&A explains where the money comes from and the constraints on where it goes. It discusses budget pressures facing school districts, the role of collective bargaining, and how the public can influence local school budget decisions. Also available in Spanish. Free download.
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School Finance Highlights 2006-07 (October 2006)
For K–12 school agencies, the funding picture is brighter than it has been since 2001 due mainly to increases in the Proposition 98 guarantee for prior years and resulting adjustments. This two-page summary highlights the increases and explains where the dollars are going for the 2006-07 school year. Free download.
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School Finance 2006-07: State Leaders Settle Up with Education (October 2006)
This report offers a comprehensive look at this year’s funding decisions for schools, recent budget history, and how the state’s schools are funded.
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Proposition 98 guarantees a minimum level of funding for public schools (October 2006)
This one-page publication explains the effects of Proposition 98 on California school funding as of 2006.
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Issues and Actions in California Education Policy: Setting the Stage for 2006 (January 2006)
With the Governor’s annual budget proposal kicking off the state’s 2006 spending deliberations, how much to budget for schools is a key question. This report summarizes policy actions of 2005, and previews issues that promise to be out front this year.
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How California Ranks: A National Perspective (November 2005)
Is California holding its own in K-12 education compared with other states? This eight-page annual rankings report includes numerous charts and graphs that detail the state’s standing nationally.
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School District and State Budget Cycle Calendar (January 2005)
The perfect companion to Understanding School District Budgets, this handy foldout calendar details the state budget schedule, and illustrates the nexus between school district budget development, review, and adoption.
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Understanding School District Budgets: A Guide for Local Leaders (January 2005)
This easy-to-read guide provides clear information about budget content, management, and the flow of the school district budget process. It demystifies the budget process without oversimplifying it.Understanding School District Budgets
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FAQ: What accounts for the difference between education revenues and expenditures? (November 2004)
Figures for California's per-pupil education revenues and expenditures do not necessarily match, because they measure different items. This one-page document clarifies what is included in each of these numbers and how they differ.
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About revenue limits and basic aid (November 2004)
This page briefly explains the confusing concepts of basic aid and revenue limits, which affect funding for California school districts.
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A Glossary of School Finance Terms (August 2004)
This 10-page dictionary clarifies the key terms needed to understand school finance in California.
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Rethinking How California Funds Its Schools (May 2004)
This 20-page report sets out possible goals for a school finance system that could better support California's high expectations for student performance. It provides brief descriptions of various initiatives in California and looks at options for the future.
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