MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WHNT) — The Alabama State Department of Education said it received a letter from the federal government last week notifying the department of a funding freeze.
Alabama State Superintendent of Education Eric Mackey said some $68 million for Alabama’s schools is on the line. While there are concerns, some argue that states should be more responsible with federal dollars.
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“We certainly hope that our delegation understands that this money has already been committed to schools,” Mackey said.
That money being withheld and reviewed by the U.S. Department of Education could affect teachers, English language learners and migrant students, Mackey said…