Sign the Petition: Prevent Deep Cuts to Education

Facing an historic budget crisis, the legislature is now considering deep cuts in programs and services, including P-12 and higher education.

The Great Ed petition calls on legislators to create a budget that truly values public education:

We know that in tough times, everyone must tighten their belts.  

But the severe cuts that the Legislature is now considering for K-12 and higher education will prevent and reverse innovation and reforms, eliminate hundreds of teaching jobs, undermine the state’s ability to improve teaching and learning, and permanently close off educational opportunities to Colorado students of all ages.  

These cuts will only worsen our economic condition — especially when Colorado already ranks near the bottom in education investment.

We do not accept that Colorado is a state that can keep colleges open only by slashing K-12 funding.  We call on you to oppose these severe cuts and to provide the leadership necessary to pass a budget that truly values public education — preschool through higher ed.  

You can sign it here and spread the word.

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