State aid is complex.
That said, there are a few important issues that must be fixed ASAP to make it more equitable: 
ISSUE:  To decide funding, poverty levels are determined using outdated information from the 2000 Census.
FIX:  Use the most recent data (obviously).

ISSUE:  The state thinks our cost of living in Westchester is equal to other parts of the Hudson Valley (Ulster, Dutchess, etc.).
FIX:  Change the Regional Cost Index (RCI) to reflect Westchester's true costs.

ISSUE:  Added costs incurred to properly educate English Language Learners (ELLs) are insufficiently funded by NY State.
FIX:  Increase funding for school districts that have a significant percentage of ELLs.

For a quick(ish) breakdown of the state aid basics, check this out: State Aid Primer

For additional discussions of the BCSD state aid dilemma, look here:  State Aid Details
For information on the effect of demographics on state aid, click here:  Demographics and State Aid

We need to let our state legislators know that we see the
inequities and need change NOW. 
Check out our Action Center to see how you can help!  Action Center