This project aims to create an accessible, data driven digital map that visualizes funding levels across Philadelphia public schools. The goal is to make complex budget information easy to understand by transforming raw data into a clear visual.
The map will serve as both an educational tool and a resource for civic engagement. It will highlight gaps in per student funding, map correlations with neighborhood demographics, and show how patterns have changed over time.
By presenting this information visually, the project seeks to promote public awareness, support informed discussion, and encourage advocacy for equitable school funding.
The primary audience for this project is Philadelphia parents because they are directly affected by how school funding shapes their children’s educational opportunities.
The project empowers parents to see how their neighborhood compares to others and to participate more confidently in school board meetings, community discussions, and local decision making.