Gov. Jared Polis’ budget proposal keeps K-12 funding promises, allows for college tuition increases
Oct 31, 2025
Gov. Jared Polis’ budget proposal keeps K-12 funding promises, allows for college tuition increases
Chalkbeat
Gov. Jared Polis’ 2026-27 budget proposal unveiled Friday would increase statewide K-12 education spending by $276 million and fulfill funding promises made by lawmakers during this year’s legislative session.
Aspen Times
With rural school districts facing inflated costs and declining enrollment, projected increases in per-pupil funding are still leaving schools with tight budgets.
Boardhawk
Colorado lawmakers are moving a bill this session that could reshape how school districts plan and present local funding measures by requiring districts to engage charter schools earlier and more formally in the process.