With today’s budget address, Governor Chris Christie is prepared to slash education spending by more than $1.5 billion, which will result in thousands of layoffs, larger class sizes, deep program cuts, and a retreat from the state’s commitment to the very best public school system in America.

NJEA has established a new website — NJ Kids & Families – designed specifically to organize public opposition to Gov. Christie’s proposed cuts. Many NJEA members have already joined the site by signing its petition, joining tens of thousands of other New Jerseyans who already have answered the call.

Just go to njkidsandfamilies.org and see for yourself! It’s got plenty of helpful information to assist people in making the case for New Jersey’s public schools. And, with a couple of simple clicks of the mouse, you can send a hard-hitting e-mail (either your own or one already on file) to Governor Christie and your legislators. New Jersey’s students are depending on you!

Please feel free to forward this to friends, family, and other supporters of public education!

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