New Jersey is rethinking how it funds schools. What could change for Newark?

By: Carly Sitrin

Outlets: Chalkbeat Newark

Published: October 13, 2026

Words: 1,142

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 5 days ago

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There’s a consensus among New Jersey lawmakers, Democratic Gov. Mikie Sherrill, school leaders, and advocates: New Jersey’s progressive school funding formula is outdated.

That doesn’t mean change is imminent. But behind the scenes, school funding experts are …

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