FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 18, 2024
Superintendent Arntzen Seek Members for New Budget and Education Working Group
HELENA – Superintendent Arntzen is asking parents, community members, teachers, and school leaders to join the Office of Public Instruction’s (OPI) very first Budget and Education Working Group. This group will gather information and give feedback that will serve as a resource for the Legislature when considering education funding for the 2025 Biennium Budget and 2025 Legislative Session.
“All Montana voices must be heard when creating legislation that impacts our children,” said Superintendent Elsie Arntzen. “This group will result in a better understanding of how our precious tax dollars are used in education. I encourage all to join this group to highlight important education issues in our great state.”
The working group will meet virtually four times between April and September to discuss:
- the budget formula
- ongoing budget decisions
- impact of federal COVID relief dollars
- Local, county, and state funds to support transportation, teacher retirement, and other educational needs
For those interested in joining the Budget and Education Working Group, please click here.
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Questions? Contact:
Brian O'Leary, Communications Director
The OPI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, require an alternate format, or have questions concerning accessibility, contact the OPI ADA Coordinator, 406-444-3161, opiada@mt.gov, Relay Service: 711.
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