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New Jerseys Education Commissioner, Lily Laux, is advocating for significant changes to the school funding formula due to its unpredictability and lack of transparency. The formula, established in 2008, has struggled to keep up with shifting district needs, exacerbated by the phase-out of transitional aid and soaring property values during the pandemic. Governor Mikie Sherrill proposes a record $12.4 billion in aid for next year, but budget tweaks cap aid changes at 6%. This has led to severe cuts in districts like West Milford, which had to close Paradise Knoll Elementary due to a 50% reduction in state aid. Lawmakers are at odds over the issue, with Republicans calling for audits and Democrats defending urban districts facing unique challenges. Laux emphasizes the need for a comprehensive review to better understand school needs, but no major changes are expected this year.

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