Episode 24: Mark Finkelstein
The cost of special education can be absolutely enormous – with taxpayers paying more than $100,000 in tuition to send children with complex disabilities to private specialized schools. There’s no question these students should receive the best care possible, but isn’t there another viable option? Yes, says Mark Finkelstein, the long-time superintendent of the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey, a public entity, which provides the same quality education for about half the price. How does his team do it? Find out in today’s Jaffe Briefing podcast. |