https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/taxes Taxes en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:50:31 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-state-puts-property-tax-cuts-on-the-ballot-this-fall-but-shields-schools/2026/06 Florida lawmakers turned down a more sweeping property-tax reduction plan, leaving school taxes alone. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:50:31 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-state-puts-property-tax-cuts-on-the-ballot-this-fall-but-shields-schools/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-school-wants-a-tornado-shelter-a-federal-grant-keeps-getting-in-the-way/2026/05 The district still can't spend a FEMA grant it was originally awarded in 2022. Fri, 01 May 2026 20:53:14 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-school-wants-a-tornado-shelter-a-federal-grant-keeps-getting-in-the-way/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/opinion-a-new-federal-education-tax-credit-is-creating-a-dilemma-for-blue-states/2026/04 A new tax credit is forcing Democrats to navigate the tensions of politics and principles. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/opinion-a-new-federal-education-tax-credit-is-creating-a-dilemma-for-blue-states/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/what-teachers-should-know-about-tax-deductions/2026/04 The educator expense deduction hasn't budged. But these tips may take the sting out of tax time. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:42:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/what-teachers-should-know-about-tax-deductions/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/4-ways-states-could-reduce-property-taxes-and-what-it-means-for-schools/2026/02 Budgets beware: States are eyeing property-tax caps, exemptions, or eliminating them altogether. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 22:18:47 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/4-ways-states-could-reduce-property-taxes-and-what-it-means-for-schools/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-do-schools-solve-a-problem-like-property-taxes/2026/02 Politicians or activists in at least 10 states are pitching the end of one of schools' chief revenue sources. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:27:45 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-do-schools-solve-a-problem-like-property-taxes/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/state-funding-for-schools-is-a-mess-this-year-too-heres-why/2025/08 The Trump administration's school funding disruptions have drawn significant attention, but schools are challenged by state budgets, too. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 20:56:33 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/state-funding-for-schools-is-a-mess-this-year-too-heres-why/2025/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/5-ways-you-didnt-know-the-election-will-affect-k-12-schools/2024/10 Voters will weigh ballot items that affect funding for electric school buses, tax revenue for state education budgets, and more. Thu, 31 Oct 2024 19:50:57 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/5-ways-you-didnt-know-the-election-will-affect-k-12-schools/2024/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/how-states-use-tax-credits-to-fund-private-school-choice-an-explainer/2024/10 Twenty-one states have programs that give tax credits for donations to organizations that grant private-school scholarships. Fri, 04 Oct 2024 21:36:48 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/how-states-use-tax-credits-to-fund-private-school-choice-an-explainer/2024/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-future-of-property-taxes-is-on-ballots-this-fall-why-it-matters-for-schools/2024/08 Several states are considering reforms that would lower property taxes—or ask voters to approve eliminating them altogether. Fri, 30 Aug 2024 19:15:40 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-future-of-property-taxes-is-on-ballots-this-fall-why-it-matters-for-schools/2024/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-funding-lifeline-for-rural-schools-is-at-risk-and-not-for-the-first-time/2024/08 Rural schools near national forests rely on dedicated federal funds. But so far, lawmakers haven't renewed them. Fri, 16 Aug 2024 19:10:06 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-funding-lifeline-for-rural-schools-is-at-risk-and-not-for-the-first-time/2024/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-state-considers-a-future-in-which-schools-cant-rely-on-property-taxes/2024/07 How would school districts fill the gap if a governor gets his wishes? Tue, 09 Jul 2024 21:05:34 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-state-considers-a-future-in-which-schools-cant-rely-on-property-taxes/2024/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-to-build-voter-support-for-school-bonds-5-tips/2024/05 A ‘steady drumbeat of communication’ with lots of detailed information go a long way, district leaders say. Thu, 09 May 2024 18:11:09 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-to-build-voter-support-for-school-bonds-5-tips/2024/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/passing-school-bonds-is-hard-advice-from-3-superintendents-who-did-it/2024/04 ‘Educating instead of campaigning’ in an era when district leaders are under a political microscope. Mon, 29 Apr 2024 18:13:02 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/passing-school-bonds-is-hard-advice-from-3-superintendents-who-did-it/2024/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/when-theres-more-money-for-schools-is-there-an-objective-way-to-hand-it-out/2024/04 A fight over the school funding formula in Mississippi is kicking up old debates over how to best target aid. Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:19:52 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/when-theres-more-money-for-schools-is-there-an-objective-way-to-hand-it-out/2024/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/teachers-calculate-your-tax-deductible-expenses/2024/04 The IRS caps its annual educator expense deduction at $300. This calculator allows teachers to see how out-of-pocket spending compares. Wed, 03 Apr 2024 19:11:31 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/teachers-calculate-your-tax-deductible-expenses/2024/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/its-tax-season-teachers-see-how-to-save-more-money/2024/02 Experts share multiple ways that educators may be able to incur savings at tax time. Wed, 07 Feb 2024 22:31:58 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/its-tax-season-teachers-see-how-to-save-more-money/2024/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/schools-can-use-these-little-known-unlimited-funds-to-make-their-buildings-greener/2023/10 Districts can reclaim a substantial portion of the cost of green building improvements through a little-known federal provision. Tue, 10 Oct 2023 18:26:46 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/schools-can-use-these-little-known-unlimited-funds-to-make-their-buildings-greener/2023/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/10-education-priorities-america-could-afford-if-everyone-paid-all-their-taxes/2023/04 Universal school meals, school building upgrades, and closing learning gaps each cost less than the annual amount of unpaid federal taxes. Fri, 21 Apr 2023 21:22:01 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/10-education-priorities-america-could-afford-if-everyone-paid-all-their-taxes/2023/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-teacher-tax-deduction-got-bigger-but-how-far-does-it-go/2023/04 Use this interactive to tally up classroom expenses. Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:19:56 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-teacher-tax-deduction-got-bigger-but-how-far-does-it-go/2023/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/after-50-years-a-u-s-supreme-court-decision-on-educational-equity-is-still-debated/2023/03 In a school finance case from Texas, the justices held that the wealth of districts was not subject to extra constitutional scrutiny. Mon, 20 Mar 2023 21:36:47 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/after-50-years-a-u-s-supreme-court-decision-on-educational-equity-is-still-debated/2023/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-happened-when-one-of-the-first-large-school-districts-adopted-a-four-day-week/2023/02 New research on a large district's adoption of the 4-day week shows drops in home values, teacher retention, and achievement. Mon, 13 Feb 2023 21:42:20 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-happened-when-one-of-the-first-large-school-districts-adopted-a-four-day-week/2023/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/9-faqs-on-tax-savings-for-teachers/2023/01 Here's how to claim education expense deductions and one other possible break for teachers. Thu, 26 Jan 2023 21:07:52 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/9-faqs-on-tax-savings-for-teachers/2023/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-irs-increased-the-teacher-tax-deduction-will-it-help/2023/01 Teachers use the deduction to offset the cost of classroom supplies. Fri, 20 Jan 2023 21:11:13 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-irs-increased-the-teacher-tax-deduction-will-it-help/2023/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/voucher-programs-gain-strength-with-help-from-the-courts-an-expert-says/2022/12 A school choice expert explains how recent rulings could prevent future voucher programs from getting blocked by opponents. Thu, 22 Dec 2022 16:54:28 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/voucher-programs-gain-strength-with-help-from-the-courts-an-expert-says/2022/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/property-taxes-fuel-k-12-budgets-how-well-does-that-work/2022/11 A new report explores the role of property taxes in school funding and ways to offset their pinch as inflation rises. Mon, 28 Nov 2022 17:05:27 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/property-taxes-fuel-k-12-budgets-how-well-does-that-work/2022/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-it-takes-to-stay-on-top-of-improving-school-facilities/2022/09 Be proactive, especially with winning community support, district leaders advise. Thu, 15 Sep 2022 20:38:17 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-it-takes-to-stay-on-top-of-improving-school-facilities/2022/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/2022/a-finance-officer-who-anticipates-the-worst-and-plans-for-the-best In the Cleveland district, chief financial officer Derek Richey connects his work directly to what’s happening in classrooms. Wed, 16 Feb 2022 05:01:52 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/2022/a-finance-officer-who-anticipates-the-worst-and-plans-for-the-best https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/is-your-school-district-underfunded/2021/10 How access to affordable housing is linked to a K-12 spending gap. Mon, 18 Oct 2021 17:20:23 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/is-your-school-district-underfunded/2021/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/in-fight-over-millions-of-dollars-for-charter-schools-a-marijuana-tax-may-bring-peace/2021/05 The Oklahoma State Board of Education voted unanimously to rescind a polarizing lawsuit settlement, pending certain stipulations. Tue, 25 May 2021 13:30:28 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/in-fight-over-millions-of-dollars-for-charter-schools-a-marijuana-tax-may-bring-peace/2021/05