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Early Childhood Education: Frozen Funding Leads to Cracks in the Foundation

Charlie Vella February 7, 2012 0

Today, representatives from the Alliance for Quality Education, Citizen Action of New York, Winning Beginning New York, the Westchester PTA, Cohoes School district, among other organizations and concerned citizens, met in the LOB at

New Report Shows Years of Pre-K Cuts, Despite Funding & Big Benefits

Charlie Albanetti February 7, 2012 0

Today, we joined a coalition of early childhood education providers, parents, policy and advocacy groups to release a new report that details drastic reductions to the Universal Pre-Kindergarten grant since 2007, despite proof that

No One Wins When Our Children Lose

Sean Collins February 1, 2012 0

Today, the Alliance for Quality Education held several press conferences across the state, discussing the release of their new report, No One Wins When Our Children Lose. The report outlines how the Executive Budget for

First Things First 2012: A Recap

Sean Collins January 11, 2012 0

Yesterday, over 500 parents, students along with their labor and Occupy allies converged on the Capitol for First Things First 2012 – a rally and speak out where they voiced their grievances and concerns

New York Superintendents: Budget Cuts Hurt

Charlie Vella October 11, 2011 0

Today, a survey polling 283 New York State school superintendents was released, detailing their feelings on recent school budget cuts

Progress Report: Consequences of New York State Education Cuts

Charlie Vella September 30, 2011 0

We all know that school cuts hurt. It’s no secret that cutting funding from education directly affects the lives of kids across New York State. Students have to face larger class sizes, fewer class

School Cuts Hurt: A Recap

Charlie Vella September 26, 2011 1

Last week, we held our statewide "School Cuts Hurt" week of action. In cities ranging from Buffalo to Massena, organizations, activists, unions, elected officials, and concerned citizens gathered to discuss the devastating impact that

Infographic: Education Stimulates the Economy

Charlie Vella September 26, 2011 0

Now, more than ever, we need to focus on protecting education funding. Urge your local, state, and federal representatives to invest in our kids' futures!