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Yes, I agree that all students have a fundamental right a sound basic education. I believe that if we allow all students to have equitable funding, then students will have a better choice of wether students choose to go to college, or gain employment after high school. If we give our students the tools needed to succeed, then we can give them a chance to economically succeed in life. - Jennifer Howard

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Yes, I would agree with the Leandro v. State decision.  When I think about this particular case, I think about society if children are not able to receive an education.  Of course, there are many characteristics for children that this court case targets.  Students need the ability to read, write, and speak English to communicate to others.  Students will need to make choices when they get older involving the community, state, and nation.  Academic skills will need to be mastered to participate in vocational training and to pursue educational or employment goals.  In my opinion, each court finding is consecutive with the outcome being an asset to society.
Laura Gillikin

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Yes, I support the Leandro v. State decision. Determining that all students in NC have the right to the opportunity to receive a sound basic education was a great move. Some of the characteristics included: reading, writing, and speaking the English Language along with knowledge of history and geography. All of the characteristics listed after the court rule prepare students or their role in society after completion of their schooling. Creating a set list of these things was a huge step for adequate education.
Morgan Griffin

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Yes, I agree with the Leandro v. State ruling. Children should have the right to an adequate education no matter where they live. The father was arguing that despite higher tax rates his child was not receiving the same benefits that a wealthier area of school may receive because of funding. Therefore, his child was receiving the same education that other children were. I believe this was an excellent point and that all children should have the same rights to receive an education that prepares them for adulthood. Rulings like this one align with creating more equitable education for students. 

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Yes, I agree with the Leandro v. State ruling. Children should have the right to an adequate education no matter where they live. The father was arguing that despite higher tax rates his child was not receiving the same benefits that a wealthier area of school may receive because of funding. Therefore, his child was receiving the same education that other children were. I believe this was an excellent point and that all children should have the same rights to receive an education that prepares them for adulthood. Rulings like this one align with creating more equitable education for students. 

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Ashley Bess

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Yes - I agree with the Leandro v. State decision. I agree that neither school districts nor counties should have any constitutional tight to equal funding. It wouldn’t be right for counties to receive the equal amount of money, because some counties are larger and need more money. I also agree that all children in NC should have a state constitutional right to the “opportunity to receive a sound basic education” no matter what financial situation they were born into, because we are all people at the end of the day and no one is any better than anyone else.  -Alyssa Manning Phifer

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I agree with some parts of the Leandro v. State decision. All students should have the right to a sound basic education, however, based on what we have learned about equity, schools serving marginalized communities have a more difficult time teaching this "basic" curriculum. These schools lack the financial means and resources to provide their students with a basic education. Equitable funding would mean ensuring that marginalized students have the same access to resources as provided by funding as do wealthier districts. - Treshawn Penny

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I support the Leandro v. State decision because I believe that all students have the right to a sound basic education. Because of this, I also believe that different school districts may need more funding than others to achieve this and because of this court case “the court stated that neither school districts nor counties have any constitutional right to equal funding.” This enacted the start of a more equitable education system. -Brianna Woolard

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Yes- I agree with the court's decision that supported all students to have the right to a sound and basic education. I believe all students should have equal right to an education but not all school distracts are the same or same size. That is why I agree with the court's decision, as some schools needs more funding to have equal support to all students. Each school distract is different and the correct amount of funding may look different at every school.          Gabby Godwin

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I agree with the court's decision in the Leandro v. State case. I believe that all children have a right to a "basic sound education." Included in this was ability to read, write, speak the English language, knowledge of math, science, geography, and history. These are all fundamental to the child's success in the classroom and once they get out into the real world. There should be equal educational opportunities for all students to succeed in the classroom. Each county should receive the appropriate amount of money for their specific county since they all differ in size and population. -Calli Massey

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I think the courts made a fair decision in this particular case. Every child should have the right to an equal education with the same opportunities as their peers. All students should have the ability to learn to read, write, do math, and learn about history and the sciences. America talks about being the best country, so we need to show that by the importance we place on educating our children no matter what their background may be.
-Grace Martineau

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Yes, I agree with the decision. I believe that all students should, indeed, be able to receive a quality education. Without a proper education, students are less likely to be able to function as an individual in a changing world. In other words, education is important and knowledge is power.
-Breanna McKnight

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I do agree with the decision of the Leandro vs. State court case. I believe that all students have the right to receive a sound basic education. All students should have the opportunity to read, write, learn geography, history, mathematics and vocational skills. All of these skills are extremely important to a student's future. Without these skills being taught in schools, students would not have the proper education to succeed in a full time profession.
-Kelly McAdorey

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I agree with this court case ruling that all children in North Carolina has a state constitutional right to the "opportunity to receive a sound basic education", that neither school districts nor counties have any constitutional right to equal

funding, and that the State of North Carolina, not local school districts, has the ultimate constitutional obligation to actively safeguard and successfully deliver every child's Leandro right. No exceptions. No excuses. This is a case of equity rather than equality. It would not be equitable for every school district state-wide (or nation-wide) to receive the same amount of funding. It should be based on the needs of the school. The textbook mentions that cities face the greatest financial trouble for various reasons. This ruling helps ensure that these poor schools still provide a sound basic education.
-Jessica Williams

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Yes I agree 100% with the Leandro v. State decision.

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Yes I agree 100% with the Leandro v. State decision.

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Yes I agree 100% with the court's decision. All students deserves a chance to a sound basic education no matter what their background is, whether they are rich or poor, nor where they live. I believe that funding should be distributed evenly throughout the district. This would give each child a even chance of receiving a fair education.
Priscilla Baker

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Yes I do agree with the decisions made in the Leandro v. State decision for many reasons. I think it should be up to the state to determine funding so that it primarily the same for all school districts. I also agree that every child should have the basic right to an education. Lastly, I think it should be the states responsibility to make sure all school districts are following these rules.

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I agree with the Leandro v. State decision. The reason I agree with the courts decision on this case is because I believe that every child should have the opportunity to receive a sound basic education. I think that this court case creates a great foundation for quality a quality education for students. If we give students a quality education they can go out into the world confident with knowledge
(Sabrina Villa)

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Yes I agree with the decision by the courts. Every person who lives in a state pays taxes that contribute to the creating a successful state system. It is to the benefit of the state to promote education of the students, all students, not just the wealthiest who can support their own schools financially.
Many towns are rural and do not have the property taxes and such that help to support the local funds for schools. Without additional state funding; these students would not be given an equitable education.
Michelle Ehrler

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I agree with Leandro V. State decision because I believe every student should have access to basic education. Economic status should not be a factor when it comes to education and all students should have access to the tools they need to succeed. I think everyone who lives in the state should also pay taxes to benefit the educational system and facilities. With more funding, anybody will have access to a good education. - James Granson

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I personally agree with Leandro V. State decision to ensure that every child in the state of NC has the right to a "opportunity to receive a sound basic education" that should be upheld by the state. Knowing that some local schools may not be in the wealthiest environment it would be more challenging for them to provide an equal opportunity compared to a child who lives in a wealthier environment. Where as the state level it can be required of distinct curriculum, licensed teachers and even more support for funding.

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Yes, I agree with this ruling. I agree with this ruling because I don't think it was fair some weren't receiving the education others were based on where they lived in the state. I agree that all students should have the right to a sound education. (Emmie New)