ED 101.02 Introduction to Education Quiz 12

In what ways can a teacher address the issue of equity in education when their school has fewer resources compared to wealthier districts?

• Request additional funding exclusively for their classroom.

• Provide access to technology and professional development.

• Champion for equitable curricular and program resources.

• Assign extra homework to bridge the resource gap.

The New York State Commissioner of Education is responsible for enforcement of educational laws, appointing commissions and general supervision of schools, True or False

• True

• False

What is the significance of the tax levy in the context of school district budget development?

• To highlight the sources of a school's financial resources.

• To identify the types of fund balances a school may have.

• To estimate state aid revenues accurately.

• To provide a reference for evaluating changes in revenues and expenditures over time.

What is the purpose of including comparison data from the prior year's budget in the school budget presentation and materials?

• To highlight the sources of a school's financial resources.

• To identify the types of fund balances a school may have.

• To estimate state aid revenues accurately.

• To provide a reference for evaluating changes in revenues and expenditures over time.

Which of the following roles is responsible for overseeing the overall educational program and its implementation?

• Principal

• Assistant Principal

• Director of Curriculum

• Business office

Which of the following statements is not true regarding Federal Government Finance in public education?

• The Federal Government make decisions on teaching force and funding of elementary and secondary education

• The Federal Government influences educational policy by attaching educational policies to receipt of federal funds

• The President of the United States appoints a secretary of education to administer the department and distribute funding to states for educational purposes

• The Federal government plays an important role in both governance and finance

Which of the following is NOT a component of the school budget as required by law?

• Salaries and benefits for certified school administrators

• Classroom furniture and equipment

• Instructional costs such as supplies, textbooks, and co-curricular activities

• Legal judgments and settled claims

Which federal legislation recently replaced the No Child Left Behind Act emphasizing on education programs tailored to their needs and a focus on equity and access to education for all?

• Race to the Top Act

• Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

• Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)

• Common Core State Standards (CCSS)

What is the primary purpose of Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)?

• To provide financial assistance to schools with high academic achievement.

• To ensure that children from low-income families receive free meals.

• To support extracurricular activities in schools.

• To guarantee equal educational opportunities for all children, especially those at risk of failing state academic standards.

How do schools maintain positive community relationships to ensure budget approval?

• Through hosting student events.

• Through partnerships and collaborations with global corporations.

• Through various methods, including hosting events and engaging with senior citizens and the wider community.

• By collaborating with local businesses for sponsorship.