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
New York Women Say Hell No To Cuomo, Read Deposition Of His Victims
On Sunday, a broad coalition of New York City women gathered to send a clear message: hell no to Cuomo. At the rally, women read sections of the deposition detailing the sexual harassment allegations against the former disgraced Governor to remind people of his record. Read the full article.
Why Cuomo Is Not the Mayor NYC Needs
Governor Cuomo left behind a legacy of scandal, corruption, and mismanagement. He cut public schools to the bone, covered up the true number of COVID-19 nursing home deaths to secure his multi-million dollar book deal, helped fuel New York City’s housing affordability crisis, had 13 women come forward to report being sexually harassed by him, … Continue reading Why Cuomo Is Not the Mayor NYC Needs
Invest In Our New York – Tax the Rich, Fund Our Future!
Yesterday we were in Albany for Invest in Our New York Advocacy Day, demanding that Governor Hochul and the legislature act now to ensure that millionaires, billionaires, and highly profitable corporations pay their fair share. For weeks, New Yorkers have waited for leadership to act as schools brace for cuts and families face impossible choices. Meanwhile, the Trump administration … Continue reading Invest In Our New York – Tax the Rich, Fund Our Future!
Public Schools Are Under Attack – Stand Up! Fight Back!
Equity in public education in America has never been freely given – it’s something communities have fought for, defended, and strengthened for generations. That fight continues today as public schools and early childhood education programs face relentless attacks at every level of government, from the federal government down to local city budgets. Public education is … Continue reading Public Schools Are Under Attack – Stand Up! Fight Back!
Crowds in the streets call for Adams’s head while governor mulls
Tensions in New York City are escalating as protests calling for Mayor Eric Adams’ resignation grew louder following the resignation of four deputy mayors on February 17. The February 19 protest, organized by The People’s Plan, centered around corruption and controversy surrounding Mayor Adams, including an alleged deal with Trump’s administration that could violate NYC’s … Continue reading Crowds in the streets call for Adams’s head while governor mulls