It was one of the big top asks that schools ask for that we pick up more of the state special education. We negotiated with the governor. He's on the same page as we were. Unfortunately, DPI underestimated how many students would be in special education, so it dropped the pot of money that we put in there. To this discussion and negotiations on what we're going to do with the surplus. I have been very loud and vocal and I will, if it doesn't happen too. (06:49–06:59)
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Asserts that the Department of Public Instruction underestimated the number of special education students, affecting funding.
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