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Trump to sign order Thursday aimed at eliminating Education Department

President Trump is set to sign an executive order aimed at dismantling the U.S. Department of Education, fulfilling a key campaign promise. While the order directs his education secretary to begin the process, the department cannot be fully eliminated without congressional action. This move is expected to face legal challenges, and the department will continue … Continue reading Trump to sign order Thursday aimed at eliminating Education Department

Tell Your Leaders to Stand Up for Child Care in the Final Budget

Right now, our state leaders hold the future of child care in their hands. Without immediate funding, many children will lose access to affordable care, and educators – the vast majority of whom are women of color – will continue to struggle in poverty. Our state’s leadership must act now to secure a sustainable future … Continue reading Tell Your Leaders to Stand Up for Child Care in the Final Budget

Manhattan march sees thousands enraged by Medicaid cuts and federal layoffs: ‘They’re killing people’

On March 15, we marched with a coalition of labor unions, political groups, and community organizations in protest of proposed cuts to essential programs like education, Medicaid, and housing. Protesters condemned the $330 billion in education cuts in the Republican budget resolution, warning that such reductions would harm students and families, particularly those from vulnerable … Continue reading Manhattan march sees thousands enraged by Medicaid cuts and federal layoffs: ‘They’re killing people’

New Yorkers rally against possible Trump cuts to vital programs

On March 15, New Yorkers rallied in Manhattan to protest the Trump administration’s proposed cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security, with concerns that education funding would also be impacted. Protesters criticized the administration for prioritizing tax cuts for the wealthy while threatening vital services for low-income families. Read the full article.

Top NYC schools officials warn Trump’s Education Department cuts could harm most vulnerable students

New York City public school leaders are expressing concern over potential cuts to federal funding, including a reduction in an $8.4 million food program that helps schools purchase from local producers. While federal funding makes up only about 5% of the city’s budget, it supports vital programs for vulnerable students, such as those with disabilities … Continue reading Top NYC schools officials warn Trump’s Education Department cuts could harm most vulnerable students

Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos has some nerve seeking yet more cash for NYC schools with a budget already exceeding $41B

The Post’s Editorial Board dismisses Chancellor Aviles-Ramos’ request for more funding for New York City’s school budget, ignoring the needs of its large, high-need student population, including record numbers of unhoused students. The opinion piece overlooks the challenges of serving a district with a high cost of living and declining enrollment, as well as the … Continue reading Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos has some nerve seeking yet more cash for NYC schools with a budget already exceeding $41B

Lawmakers Push for Fairer School Funding, Higher Aid

New York lawmakers are working to adjust the state’s school funding formula to ensure fairer distribution of aid, particularly for districts facing potential cuts. AQE’s own Co-Executive Director Marina Marcou-O’Malley expressed concerns that, under the governor’s proposal, 24 districts would receive less Foundation Aid than expected, hindering their ability to fully implement planned improvements. These … Continue reading Lawmakers Push for Fairer School Funding, Higher Aid

AQE Responds to Senate and Assembly Budget Proposals

In response to the release of the Senate and Assembly one house budget proposals, public education advocacy organization the Alliance for Quality Education released the following statement: Foundation Aid “We are relieved that both the Senate and Assembly have gone beyond the governor’s budget proposal for Foundation Aid, and have put forward solutions that address … Continue reading AQE Responds to Senate and Assembly Budget Proposals

Time is running out to raise wages of NY’s child care workforce

Families and child care educators are counting on Albany to take action in this year’s budget to address the ongoing crisis in child care and provider wages—starting with raising wages for the child care workforce. But time is running out—we have only days left to influence the Senate and Assembly’s budget proposals. Senate Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins, … Continue reading Time is running out to raise wages of NY’s child care workforce

Don’t Allow the DOE to Be Dismantled

Any minute now, President Trump is expected to sign an executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education (DOE). The President does not have the power to unilaterally eliminate federal agencies – only Congress has that authority. But with Congress under Republican control, we need to make sure our elected representatives understand the devastating … Continue reading Don’t Allow the DOE to Be Dismantled