Key Education Priorities Enacted in State Budget

ALBANY, NY (05/04/2023) (readMedia)-- The School Administrators Association of New York State (SAANYS) is pleased to see key education priorities in the enacted state budget.

SAANYS is particularly supportive of the restoration of full funding for Foundation Aid based on the statutory formula. The increase of $34.5 billion will support schools as they continue to experience post-pandemic challenges and work to meet increased student needs.

SAANYS was part of a coalition that strongly supported funding for universal school meals. SAANYS and its members are also very grateful that the enacted budget provides increased funding toward this goal and we look forward to continued work in this area. Additional funding for prekindergarten, PTECH, and early college programs will also be critical in rebuilding a strong P-16 educational system.

It is also our understanding that funding for professional learning for school building leaders was included in the enacted budget, and SAANYS is thankful to see continued support for school principals and other administrators who work tirelessly to provide the necessary programs and services needed to support our students.

SAANYS represents over 14,000 school administrators, supervisors, and coordinators throughout the state. As a professional association, SAANYS is committed to providing direction, service, and support to members in their efforts to improve the quality of education and leadership in New York State schools. SAANYS is affiliated with the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) and the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP).

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