SESSION 5:
Student Weighted Formula: What could a new AL formula look like?
Session 5 will provide attendees with an analysis of a possible alternative to Alabama’s current formula, which is a resource-based funding model.
What is a student-weighted formula? What is the best design to meet the needs of Alabama’s students? We’ll explore model policies and a set of principles that we believe will work for Alabama.
Agenda
APRIL 18, 2024, 3-4 PM CST
Welcome & Introductions
3:00-3:05
Jason Meadows
- Welcome!
- Speaker Introductions
- Objectives & Key Takeaways
Student Weighted Formula
3:05-3:30
Jennifer O’Neal Schiess, Alex Spurrier
- How Bellwether assesses state funding formulas
- What are the components and benefits of a SWF formula
- How might Alabama build its formula
Student Weighted Formula
3:30-3:55
Jennifer O’Neal Schiess, Alex Spurrier
- What are the options for student weights
- How can the SWF be funded
- Examples of SWF from neighboring states
Close Out
3:55 – 4:00
Jason Meadows
- Please take our survey
- Next session reminder
- Please invite someone to join us next time!
