Salt Lake City Schools Look At Costs Of Undocumented Students
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Salt Lake City Schools Debate Costs of Educating Undocumented Students
Summary
In Salt Lake City, discussing the education of children of undocumented immigrants often sparks controversy, with passionate opinions on all sides. According to the Utah Office of Education, schools, including those in Salt Lake City, spend approximately $5,140 annually per student. A recent audit from the Utah Office Legislative Auditor General, titled "A Review of the Public Education Costs of Undocumented Children," has intensified this debate. It states that the state spends over $63 million each year on undocumented students.
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The audit suggests that educating undocumented students in Salt Lake City Schools costs $100-$400 more per student annually due to special language and low-income programs. This has become a focal point for school administrators striving to allocate funds efficiently while meeting higher educational standards. Recent initiatives include vouchers, school choice, and charter schools aimed at improving education. Some argue that the costs of educating undocumented students adversely affect the rest of the student population.
However, there are differing perspectives. House Minority Leader Ralph Becker, D-Salt Lake City, believes the audit presents an imbalanced view. Many residents argue that undocumented workers pay taxes and significantly contribute to the local economy. A Salt Lake Tribune editorial criticized the audit's reliance on estimates of undocumented immigrants, calling it poor reporting.
What is clear is that educating undocumented students requires special teaching strategies to address language and economic challenges. But should this necessity lead to excluding these students from education? This is a fundamental question for the Salt Lake City community.
Senator Margaret Dayton, R-Orem, who requested the audit, expressed concern that local and state governments bear the burden of federal immigration policy failures. The political ramifications of these debates are significant for families in Salt Lake City Schools. The critical question remains: Does the additional cost of educating undocumented students undermine the obligation to provide tax-funded education to all students?
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