by Byron Schlomach | Jan 1, 2017 | Research
A Truly Universal Education Savings Account Proposal, Including Fiscal Implications Authors Byron Schlomach, Vance H. Fried Summary This paper proposes a $4,500 ESA for every school-age child in Oklahoma that parents can supplement. It recommends specifics of what...
by Byron Schlomach | Oct 26, 2016 | Research
Oklahoma’s Teacher Supply: Shortage or Surplus? Authors Baylee Butler and Byron Schlomach Abstract This paper looks at the anecdotal, circumstantial and hard numbers evidence of a teacher shortage in Oklahoma and finds the evidence wanting. At worst, any...
by Byron Schlomach | Aug 1, 2016 | Research
Oklahoma’s Teacher Pay: 30th, Not 48th Author Byron Schlomach Abstract This paper breaks down facts about Oklahoma’s average teacher salary, considers how benefits might change generally-accepted teacher pay comparisons across states, cost of living, and...
by Byron Schlomach | Apr 15, 2016 | Research
Designing an Education Savings Account 2016 Authors Byron Schlomach, Vance H. Fried Abstract This paper provides a comprehensive framework for an Oklahoma ESA program – an update of an earlier publication. Note: The currently posted version of this paper...
by Byron Schlomach | Jul 1, 2015 | Research
A Primer for Understanding Oklahoma’s School Funding System Author Byron Schlomach Abstract This paper describes Oklahoma’s common school formula funding in detail, providing many insights. In addition, an overview of the state’s public...
