Florida rural districts’ financial woes show school voucher system needs more accountability

Rural school districts' financial woes a 'canary In coal mine'

TALLAHASSEE — The state stepped in last week to help manage the distressed finances of two rural school districts, and that could be just an inkling of what’s to come, state leaders say, as enrollment continues to decline.

Rural School Districts’ Financial Woes a ‘Canary In Coal Mine’

By: Ana Goñi-Lessan, The News Service of Florida  The state stepped in last week to help manage the distressed finances of two rural school districts, and that could be just an inkling of what’s to come, state leaders say, as enrollment continues to decline. “Union and Glades (counties) are the canary in the coal mine,” said Sen. Jennifer Bradley, R-Fleming Island, who represents Union County. Last week, the Florida Department of Education appoi…

Florida rural districts’ financial woes show school voucher system needs more accountability

The state stepped in last week to help manage the distressed finances of two rural school districts, and that could be just an inkling of what’s to come, state leaders say, as enrollment continues to decline.“Union and Glades (counties) are the canary in the coal mine,” said Sen. Jennifer Bradley, R-Fleming Island, who represents Union County.Last week, the Florida Department of Education appointed a financial board to both Union and Glades coun…