Smyrna, Indian River school districts seek tax increases in referendums

Smyrna, Indian River school districts seek tax increases in referendums

Why Should Delaware Care?Delaware is one of just a few states that send school funding questions to voters through the referendum process. Just two districts are going out for a referendum this year amid potential threats from the Trump administration to pull federal education funding. Both the Smyrna and Indian River districts are looking to raise funds to better meet students’ needs and address the ongoing teacher shortage. The Indian River an…