An Examination of Using Social Impact Bonds to Fund Education in Maine

Authors

Erika K. Stump PhD, University of Southern Maine, Center for Education Policy, Applied Research, and Evaluation
Amy F. Johnson PhD, University of Southern Maine, Center for Education Policy, Applied Research, and Evaluation

Publication Date

1-2016

Keywords

Maine, School Bonds

Document Type

Report

Abstract

As resolved in H.P. 285 - L.D. 418 (Chapter 52) and requested by the Maine Legislature's Joint Standing Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs, the Maine Education Policy Research Institute (MEPRI) has conducted a study with the purpose of examining current policies and investigating the feasibility of using Social Impact Bonds as a funding mechanism for public education programs in Maine.

Recommended Citation

Stump, Erika K. PhD and Johnson, Amy F. PhD, "An Examination of Using Social Impact Bonds to Fund Education in Maine" (2016). School Funding - Essential Programs and Services (EPS). 1.
https://digitalcommons.usm.maine.edu/cepare_funding/1