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This issue focuses on the August 4 election and provides an overview of the state and local ballot measures voters will see at the polls. We explain each statewide constitutional amendment, highlighting potential implications of each for Missouri's budget and public education funding. NKC Schools encourages voters to review their sample ballots, be "in the know" about each issue, and make a plan to vote. 

This issue focuses on the August 4 election and provides an overview of the state and local ballot measures voters will see at the polls. We explain each statewide constitutional amendment, highlighting potential implications of each for Missouri's budget and public education funding. NKC Schools encourages voters to review their sample ballots, be "in the know" about each issue, and make a plan to vote. 

This issue of In The Know focuses on the final week of Missouri’s legislative session and the growing financial impact of state budget decisions on public schools. It explains how the legislature approved a state budget that does not fully fund the Foundation Formula, outlines concerns about the reliability of proposed replacement funding sources, and shares what that will mean for NKC Schools’ budget heading into next year.

The update also highlights projected revenue losses for the district, the district’s plan to prioritize cuts away from classrooms whenever possible, and ways community members can stay engaged with lawmakers during the final days of the session. Additional updates cover several education bills still under consideration, including proposals related to A-F school report cards, mandatory open enrollment, and early literacy requirements.