Issue Position: Education

Issue Position

It takes a village to raise our children. That's why as a member and former President of District 29's Community Education Council, Alicia has worked to bring all of our community's players -- parents, educators, administrators and advocates -- to the table, to empower them and our children for a better future. As CEC 29's President, Alicia was able to partner with community stakeholders to deliver over $30 million in Capital Funding to the district for needed construction, improving school buildings, classrooms and playgrounds.

Alicia knows that parents need to be advocates for their children and as much as possible, more actively involved in their education. As an Assembly Member, Alicia will work diligently with parent groups to facilitate communication with the Community Education Council and our Superintendents, as well as keep parents and advocates apprised of grant opportunities for programming. She will fight for dollars to employ more arts, music and specialty teachers to expose students to STEM and emerging career opportunities. She will also prioritize the reduction of class size and school overcrowding.

Alicia is a supporter of school choice and will fight ensure that dollars from Albany are delivered to all schools in the district.

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