Assignment
• Discuss the impact of any two landmark court cases which have transformed school funding formulas, either on a national, state, or local level. Prepare a research paper that integrates course readings and citations from other professional literature. Discuss the impact the case(s) had on present funding formulas in modern day budgets.
This paper must demonstrate comprehension, application, analysis, assessment, and integration of the research. The Signature Assignment and reflective essay should show how you (a) demonstrate mastery of the course material, and (b) apply this knowledge to the real world.
You may select from this list below or any case(s) which have transformed school funding.
1. Serrano v. Priest
2. Abbott v. Burke
3. Rose v. Council for Better Education,
4. Montoy, et al. v. State of Kansas, et al.,
Suggested Outline:
NCU Assignment Cover Sheet
Table of Contents
Introduction/Background Information
Problem Statement
Literature Review (5-7 sources)
Conclusions/Recommendations
References
Appendices (if relevant).