Alaska school funding changes could reduce officers and bus services

Concerns are rising in Alaska over potential changes to local school funding, which could lead to fewer school resource officers and reduced bus services.

The Alaska State Board of Education is currently reviewing a proposed rule that would limit how much money local governments can contribute to schools.

State officials say the proposal is being carefully examined to ensure it complies with state and federal funding laws, but the plan has sparked strong reactions from both supporters and critics.

Anchorage School District Superintendent Dr. Jahrett Bryantt expressed concern, saying, “What's been happening for the past several months is that Anchorage has been very concerned about the negative impacts of this policy proposal.”

Meanwhile, Alaska Education Commissioner Deena Bishop clari