Thanks to WGRZ TV in Buffalo for this piece about the cost to taxpayers of NY’s APPR.
If the use of NY’s RTTT money doesn’t make you furious, just think about the budget shortfalls in your district. Think about what’s already been cut and what’s on the chopping block for this year Remember, it’s this same mandate (RTTT) that has been the driving force behind the APPR mess. It’s the same mandate that has your child tested and tested and tested – losing precious instructional and play time!
Is it really a good use of OUR MONEY? Wouldn’t it be better to use the money to restore programs that have been cut? Wouldn’t it be better for KIDS if teachers were hired to relieve overcrowded classrooms? Wouldn’t it be better if our kids NEVER had to take a high stakes test?
OPT OUT! SPEAK OUT! Time is running out………it’s time to ACT!
Try this link for video………. getting reports the link I included isn’t working!
http://www.wgrz.com/news/investigative/youpaidforit/article/198549/220/State-Ed-Department-Staffs-Up-for-Teacher-Evaluation
The upper link doesn’t work………..I’ve added a link at the end of the post that DOES work!
Sorry for the quick edit, but I am out the door soon!
Reblogged this on The Plain Satisfactions and commented:
It’s our money! Are you outraged yet?
Thanks for the reblog……..folks need to know that the “promised” millions for NYS are NOT being spent on children!