As New York’s State Legislators meet to decide the state’s spending priorities for the coming year, they grapple with much uncertainty about what lies ahead, but one thing is clear: getting pandemic relief and funding to our public schools must be a priority. We simply cannot afford to continue sidelining and ignoring New York’s students any … Continue reading Prioritize students, not the ultra rich
Schools Should Not Be Required to Administer High Stakes Tests During Pandemic
ALBANY, N.Y. (February 23, 2021) — In response to the Biden administration’s announcement that states must administer federally required standardized tests this year, the Alliance for Quality Education issued the following statement. “New York’s school districts do not have the capacity to administer federally mandated tests. Requiring states to administer these tests this year is a … Continue reading Schools Should Not Be Required to Administer High Stakes Tests During Pandemic
AQE Calls for Governor Cuomo’s Resignation
ALBANY, N.Y (February 12, 2021) — In response to the NY Post’s report Thursday revealing Governor Cuomo’s top aide Melissa DeRosa admitted that the administration purposefully deceived the public and the federal government by withholding the state’s nursing home death toll from COVID-19, the Alliance for Quality Education released the following statement: “Governor Cuomo and his administration underreported … Continue reading AQE Calls for Governor Cuomo’s Resignation
NY must invest in our students & their futures
Nearly one year into the COVID-19 pandemic, too many students in New York are still struggling to engage in meaningful learning because of a lack of resources. Many children are shut out of remote classrooms without access to laptops, WiFi, language or disability services. Many students, families and educators are cut off from social and … Continue reading NY must invest in our students & their futures
AQE Congratulates Dr. Rosa on Appointment as Permanent Commissioner
ALBANY, N.Y. (February 9, 2021) — In response to Dr. Betty Rosa’s appointment as the permanent commission of Education, public education advocacy group the Alliance for Quality Education released the following statement: “Congratulations to Dr. Rosa on her unanimous appointment as the permanent commissioner of Education. This is a historic moment for New York State. … Continue reading AQE Congratulates Dr. Rosa on Appointment as Permanent Commissioner
AQE’s Jasmine Gripper Recognized in City & State Education Power 100
We are proud to share that this week, AQE Executive Director Jasmine Gripper appeared in City & State New York’s 2021 Education Power 100, which named her #15 of the 100 most powerful education leaders in New York State — the top ranking nonprofit leader that the publication recognized this year.
The Road to Recovery for New York’s Public Schools
Cuomo Must Not Shirk Responsibility to NY Public School Students
Feds offer relief to schools, but Cuomo’s state aid reductions would stop increases from reaching classrooms ALBANY, N.Y. (January 21, 2021) — In response to Governor Cuomo’s executive budget address, the public education advocacy organization Alliance for Quality Education released the following statement: “Governor Cuomo is calling for accountability from Washington while ignoring his own … Continue reading Cuomo Must Not Shirk Responsibility to NY Public School Students
Cuomo’s State of the State Is An Insult to Students & Their Families
ALBANY, N.Y. (January 14, 2021) — In response to Governor Cuomo’s State of the State addresses this week, the public education advocacy organization Alliance for Quality Education released the following statement: “Today, Governor Andrew Cuomo wrapped up his week-long State of the State addresses outlining his priorities for the coming year, yet Governor Cuomo didn’t think … Continue reading Cuomo’s State of the State Is An Insult to Students & Their Families
Tell Gov. Cuomo & Legislators: Protect Students, Not Billionaires!
Governor Andrew Cuomo is in the middle of his week-long State of the State addresses outlining his priorities for the coming year. But the Governor has already made it clear with his actions that those priorities do not include public education. Since the onset of the pandemic, Governor Cuomo’s rolling budget cuts have hurt children … Continue reading Tell Gov. Cuomo & Legislators: Protect Students, Not Billionaires!