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Since 1981, School Services of California’s books on school finance have helped tens of thousands of people understand every-thing from the basics to the intricacies of California’s unique school finance system. This year’s 28th annual edition, continues that tradition. With updates by Paul Goldfinger with the latest information on Proposition 98, revenue limits, special education, and transportation funding—plus a chapter by Jannelle Kubinec on how state and federal accountability requirements have affected the way resources are provided to education agencies and tips on how to effectively manage categorical funding—the 2008 Edition will definitely be an outstanding reference, training, and planning manual.

Like previous editions, the 28th edition is detailed enough to be of use to the most experienced reader, yet clear enough for newcomers to the field. By helping readers make the most of 2007-08 and plan for the future—including the potential for significant increases in Proposition 98 funding—the 2008 edition of Revenues and Revenue Limits will be of value to everyone interested in California school finance, including:

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Impacting the Legislative Process
By Nancy LaCasse

Impacting the Legislative Process: A Practical Guide for Public School Representatives, written by SSC’s Legislative Director Nancy M. LaCasse and first published in 1995 and updated in 2001, has assisted numerous school officials in becoming active participants in Sacramento’s legislative decision-making process on K-14 education issues.

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