Proposed budget cuts to education are threatening Kentucky’s family resource centers that provide services to low-income students.
The centers work to reduce barriers to learning by providing students with necessities like food and clothing.
At Warren Elementary in Bowling Green, 90 percent of students are on free lunch. Family Resource Coordinator Amy Carter says 28 languages are spoken at the school.
"The new children coming in from out of the country will need everything from clothing and school supplies to even beds and furniture to get those families set up to give them a good, even start," Carter explained.
Under 4.5 percent cuts proposed by Governor Matt Bevin, Warren Elementary would have to reduce some services, and district wide, the Warren County school system would have to lay off five family resource assistants next year.
The Kentucky Senate is expected to vote on its version of the state budget on Wednesday. Those working in education hope the Senate plan is similar to the House budget that restored the funding cuts.
