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AGENCY TESTIMONY
Concerns about proposed changes to the Foundation Aid formula
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Chancellor Aviles-Ramos expresses serious concerns about the governor's proposed changes to the Foundation Aid formula and other budget proposals that could impact NYC Public Schools.
- Warns that proposed changes to the Foundation Aid formula could result in nearly $350 million fewer dollars for NYC public schools
- Argues that the proposed changes would make an already outdated and flawed formula even worse
- Mentions the governor's proposed statewide cell phone ban, noting that while needed, it requires increased funding for effective implementation
- Emphasizes the potential severe impact of these changes on the ability to serve students and families in New York City
Melissa Aviles-Ramos
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As we grapple with this new and significant financial need, we are also faced with a proposed budget from the governor that could severely impact our ability to serve the students and families of New York City.
0:25:37
Top on our list of concerns are the governor's proposed changes to the foundation aid formula.
0:25:42
While it's clear that the foundation aid formula needs a significant revision, the proposed changes would actually result in nearly $350,000,000 fewer dollars to New York City public schools than we'd be entitled to under the current formula, making an already outdated and flawed formula even worse.
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The governor has also proposed a statewide cell phone ban, a much needed step, but one that requires increased funding to make it an effective and sustainable effort.