We need a Governor like Jessica Alhquist who knows OUR RIGHTS

Surely Jessica could teach Andrew Cuomo a few things about

NY PML Sec 105 and the rights of New Yorkers

Who does Cardinal Andrew Cuomo think he is kidding?

 

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Dear New Yorker, No area of government needs reform more than our education system. New York State spends more than any other state per pupil, yet ranks only 38th in graduation rates. Why aren’t New Yorkers getting what they’re paying for? Our system has suffered because Albany has spent more time worrying about the business of education -- contracts, salaries, and benefits -- than it has worrying about the children. Education should be about the STUDENTS. We need to have a system in Albany that focuses on improving student performance and school accountability. Adopting a real teacher evaluation system is the key to this effort. In 2010, our state was awarded a $700 million grant from the federal government that required teacher evaluations, but the state has failed to produce the system. Currently there is a lawsuit between the teachers unions and the State Education Department that is blocking the evaluations from moving forward. If we do not act, we are at risk of losing $700 million in federal funding. We must act now: CLICK HERE to see the Governor's proposal on education and encourage your fellow New Yorkers to join the fight to put students first. But the issue of performance in education goes beyond teacher evaluations. Last year Governor Cuomo proposed two competitive grants funds to encourage student performance and administrative efficiency in school districts.  This year the first grant recipients will be awarded and the program will be expanded. Let’s ensure our students are getting the education they deserve. Thanks for getting involved.

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