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Meeting Date:
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4/22/2021 - 6:30 PM
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Category:
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Reports and Communications from the Board Clerk/Chief Officer, Office of Board Governance
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Info
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Subject:
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3. Monthly Report with Possible Action on Legislative Activities Affecting Milwaukee Public Schools
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Strategic Plan Compatibility Statement:
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Goal 1 Academic Achievement Goal 2 Student, Family and Community Engagement Goal 3 Effective and Efficient Operations
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Attachments
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Milwaukee Partners Support Special Education Reimbursement Letter
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File Attachment:
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Background:
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Works continues at the federal level to move President Biden's American Jobs Plan forward. The plan includes $100 billion of much-needed funds to modernize the nation's schools.
At the state level, work continues on the state budget. Although the Governor has introduced a budget that provides strong support for schools, it is not yet clear what can be expected from the Joint Committee on Finance.
There continues to be strong statewide support for increasing support for students with disabilities. Partners in the Milwaukee area shared with members of the Legislature the attached letter calling for a reimbursement rate of 50%, the amount proposed in the Governor's budget.
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Fiscal Impact Statement:
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This item does not authorize expenditures.
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Implementation and Assessment Plan
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The district will continue to pursue appropriate support for students as part of the MPS Legislative Agenda.
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Recommendation:
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Approvals:
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Recommended By:
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Signed By:
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Chris Thiel - Legislative Policy Specialist
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Signed By:
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Jacqueline M. Mann, Ph.D. - Board Clerk/Chief Officer
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