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.
