Nation's schools would get $106 billion from federal economic stimulus package

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The federal economic stimulus package that is in the works right now would contribute $106 billion dollars to the nation’s education. This money could be used for special education, repair and modernization of existing buildings, and to help keep teachers from being laid off. Schools would be happy to see this money although they acknowledge that it does not mean total relief. Some argued that while this is a good way to help out schools, it does not help stimulate the economy. In return to that opinion was the fact that money given to update schools does indeed stimulate the economy by providing many jobs. As of now there are 886 approved school projects waiting for the go.
I took interest in this article because I am going to be a teacher and this will one day affect me. It will also effect most everyone seeing as many go on to have children or can understand that everyone’s children grow up to be our future.