At the Regional Justice Center in Kent, Judge John Erlick delivered his ruling. The decision supports the claims of a group of parents, teachers and school districts that Washington State fails to fund basic education.

“This court is left with no doubt, that under the state’s current financing system, the state is failing in its constitutional duty to make ample provision for the education of all children residing within the borders of this state.”

“The state has made progress towards this constitutional obligation, but remains out of compliance.”

“I hope it changes really quickly while my children are in school, because this was huge to go through this, and I just hope my children get a chance to benefit from this experience.”