A Drop in Dept. of Educ. Funding

I always think it is important to be steeped in facts in order to be informed prior to rushing to judgement or making any assessments. In looking at the Department of Education funding going into 2019 I have noticed that the budget has been slashed by over $3 billion from the 2017 level.

As we have more students involved in education, both public and private, with a greater demand for all types of additional services, it seems to be a black mark that doesn't bode well.

Though the U. S. Dept. of Education is but one element of the total funding in the country, the 5% reduction is bound to harm various programs. In fact, beyond the drastic reduction in funding, the department is also looking at 'streamlining, eliminating, or reducing 39 programs.

For this educator I am saddened at this unfolding news.

Dick