A Guide for SEA-Led Resource Allocation Reviews
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requires that state education agencies (SEAs) conduct periodic resource allocation reviews (RARs) in districts that serve low-performing schools. The mandate represents a new opportunity for states and districts to examine the connection between resource allocation and academic outcomes, but the language of the law may leave state agencies unsure of their role in this process.
This document offers a step-by-step guide that SEA leaders can use when conducting their RARs, including how to use School Spending and Outcomes Snapshots in these important conversations.
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The National Comprehensive Center's School Spending & Outcomes Snapshot allows users to view and print data visualizations to explore spending and outcomes data in order to foster thoughtful conversations to improve equity and outcomes in their school communities.
This tool is for:
- District Leaders
- School Leaders
- Parents, Advocates, Community Members
- School Board Members
- State Education Agencies