Lobby Day in the News
In a Daily News Op-Ed this morning, charter school parent (and Lobby Day emcee) Valerie Babb* has strong words for state lawmakers: ”We’re tired of seeing our kids treated like second-class students when it comes to funding.” More accounts of yesterday’s events: Gotham Schools: “Hundred of parents of charter school students from all over the […]
Lobby Day Highlights
Yesterday’s rally in Albany sent a big, loud, proud message about the importance of public charter schools. Among the highlights: -Thousands of charter school parents, students, teachers, and younger siblings pouring into Convention Hall with caps, shirts, banners, and pre-planned chants. -An overriding tone of pride and respectful concern ñ some well-directed boos notwithstanding. -Gov. […]
