Fair funding

WVIA's Roger DuPuis and Sarah Hofius Hall discuss how Wilkes-Barre Area's increased state funding is being used through the creation of a learning academy at GAR Memorial Middle School.

The Learning Academy within G.A.R. Memorial Middle School features a unique, collaborative model for teaching and learning. Wilkes-Barre — which had been one of the most underfunded districts in the state — wants to bring the program to more students.

When state funding failed to meet the needs of the Shenandoah Valley School District, students went without physical education, music and art classes. See what your district will receive in state funding.