Category Archives: Legislative Issues

NYSAPE: New York’s Largest Grassroots Education Advocacy Organizations Join Forces to Urge Parents to Opt Out of NYS Common Core State Tests

by admin Posted on March 20, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  March 20, 2017 More information contact: Lisa Rudley (917) 414-9190; [email protected] NYS Allies for Public Education (NYSAPE) www.nysape.org New York’s Largest Grassroots Education Advocacy Organizations Join Forces to Urge Parents to Opt Out of NYS Common Core State Tests  Across … Continue reading →

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Lily Eskelsen García: Betsy DeVos called me. I sent her this letter

by admin Posted on February 25, 2017

Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos called NEA President Lily Eskelsen García the other day. In response, Lily sent a letter, outlining the questions we still have about the commitments we – parents and educators – demand DeVos make to our … Continue reading →

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Carol Burris: There is a reason that Betsy DeVos sings the praises of Andrew Cuomo.

by admin Posted on February 11, 2017

There is a reason that Betsy DeVos sings the praises of Andrew Cuomo. He talks Betsy’s language. He called public schools “a monopoly” that he wants to “break.” He introduced the “Parental Choice Act,” a voucher program using tax credits. … Continue reading →

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