Private support for public elementary and secondary education

Jordan, K. Forbis (Author)

1983

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

Citizens, business leaders, and school officials are promoting increased private sector support for public elementary and secondary schools. Current efforts include volunteer programs, education foundations, donation of equipment, and joint staffing. These efforts serve to supplement tax funds for schools rather than provide a substitute for adequate financing of schools.

Abstract -- Background -- Volunteer Programs in Public Schools -- Adopt-A-School Programs -- Local School Foundations -- Statewide Foundations -- Donation of Equipment -- Joint Employment of Teachers -- Use of Non-School Employees as Teachers -- Observations -- Pros and Cons -- Federal Responses.

K. Forbis Jordan, Senior Specialist in Education, Office of Senior Specialists.

CRS 83-626 S

"December 2, 1983."

SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

eng

1983-01-01T00:00:00Z

72 pages

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