Education funding has been among the areas that have been uncertain since last month's federal freeze, including in Flagstaff’s K-12 schools.
While most receive some federal grants, they make up a smaller percentage of a school’s funding than other sources.
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Ten-day enrollment reports for FUSD show a decrease in students so far this school year, continuing a trend.
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An expansion of eligibility has meant an increase in the number of local students receiving ESAs.
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