State Democrats are weighing on New York’s position as a finalist for Race to the Top education funding.
Here is a release from Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver’s office:
The U.S. Department of Educations selection of New York State as a finalist for Race to the Top (RTTT) funding is welcome news for our school children and our school districts, and is a clear acknowledgement of our strong commitment to ensuring that each and every one of our public-school students receives the finest possible education.
I commend Assembly Education Committee Chair Catherine Nolan, all of our Assembly colleagues, the Governor, the Senate, Mayor Bloomberg and United Federation of Teachers President Michael Mulgrew for the concerted effort which made possible the sweeping education reforms enacted earlier in this legislative session.
We applaud our State Board of Regents Chancellor Merryl Tisch, State Education Commissioner David Steiner, and Senior Deputy Commissioner John King for their leadership in crafting an RTTT application worthy of serious consideration for federal funding.
I firmly believe that New York State is positioned to receive the maximum award, which will fortify our mission of improving student performance and closing the achievement gap.
Here is a release from NY Senate Dems Executive Director Josh Cherwin:
“For over four decades Senate Republicans have been a roadblock to progress at every level. Today, Senate Democrats scored another point for reform, despite a majority of Republicans standing in the way.”
“This is another undeniable example of why New Yorkers are supporting a stronger Democratic Majority, why 68 percent of New Yorker reject GOP-rule, and why donors are backing Democratic Senate candidates throughout the state.”
“New York needs a Democratic Majority that will fix our schools and create jobs. An educated workforce is the foundation of creating economic opportunity for New York’s hard-working families.”
By David King on July 27, 2010, 3:08 pm
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