NEW YORK CITY CHARTER SCHOOL CENTER CEO JAMES MERRIMAN STATEMENT ON CHARTER SCHOOL MEASURES IN GOVERNOR CUOMO’S PROPOSED EXECUTIVE BUDGET

NEW YORK CITY CHARTER SCHOOL CENTER CEO JAMES MERRIMAN STATEMENT ON CHARTER SCHOOL MEASURES IN GOVERNOR CUOMO’S PROPOSED EXECUTIVE BUDGET

(New York, NY) – Please attribute the following statement to James Merriman, CEO of the New York City Charter School Center:

“Governor Cuomo’s proposed budget reflects his deep understanding and appreciation of public schools and the important role charter schools play in the public education system, particularly for the highest needs students. His proposals set the stage for the continued growth and sustainability of New York’s charter schools. We thank the Governor for his commitment to putting children first and urge both houses of the state legislature to join him in enacting this budget.”

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