Where Did The Money Go?

Education funding is at an all-time high, but student outcomes aren’t keeping up.In this episode, Erin Brantley and Ross Izard examine the disconnect between increased school spending and stagnant academic performance. With billions flowing through the system, they ask a critical question: where is the money actually going?The conversation explores the complexity of school finance, the lack of transparency in spending, and the growing role of administrative costs. They also discuss why funding and accountability are often treated as separate issues—and what that means for students, parents, and taxpayers.This episode offers a grounded look at one of the most important and controversial debates in education today.Want to see where the money actually goes?📊 Full Colorado Education Financial Data:https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdefinance/financialdatafiles📈 School Finance Transparency Dashboard:https://co.schoolfinancedata.org