CPS releases school-by-school budget breakdown under new equity-based funding formula

After a new CPS budget breakdown was released Tuesday, some Chicago Public Schools parents want more transparency about the new funding formula.As Chicago Public Schools is about to wrap the school year, many students, especially on the South and West sides, will return in the fall with schools that may include more teachers.

But Martinez admits a small number of schools will face cuts because of tighter budgets. At schools where enrollment is high and demographics are wealthier, class sizes may become a bit bigger."We know there is a gap, and we are trying to figure how what it is. The time has been pretty much the same year by year, but with a brand new formula, it felt like we've not had enough time," said CPS parent and school board candidate Kimberly Brown.

"They'll continue to fundraise, but there are hundreds of schools who never could fundraise," Martinez said.

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