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The #Meals4AllNY coalition created this interactive map to illustrate the landscape of universal school meals in New York. Despite recent expansions, the reality is that access to universal school meals is inequitable across the state. More than 320,000 children in nearly 660 schools are excluded from the far-reaching benefits of universal no-cost meals—reduced hunger, less stigma, improved learning, and financial relief for families amid skyrocketing prices at the grocery store. Three regions in the state—Long Island, the Hudson Valley, and Western New York—account for 78 percent of schools and 81 percent of students without access. These are largely communities where poverty is prevalent but less concentrated or high-cost-of-living areas. The bottom line: Too many schools are left to operate means-tested programs that undermine the culture of inclusivity that New York schools are striving to cultivate. New York can and must do better for its children. The only way to ensure equitable access to school meals is also the simplest solution: Feed all the kids. We call on Carl Heastie, Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Governor Kathy Hochul, and state lawmakers to fully fund #Meals4AllNY in the final enacted state budget. View the map: bit.ly/HSMFANY-Map

It's never too late to address educational inequality caused by poverty. Early intervention and targeted support can make all the difference to improving learning outcomes for students experiencing disadvantage. Working in partnership with almost 800 schools, our evidence-based learning and mentoring programs provide practical support for children to help them make the most of their education. "Our support starts early and lasts until that child has finished their education," says our CEO Doug Taylor. "This gives them the tools and resources they need to keep up with their peers, complete their education, and go on to further study or work." Learn more about sponsoring a child's education during our Back to School Appeal at https://bit.ly/3u5zEEQ #learntodaychangetomorrow

Strengthening our community starts with enhancing the well-being of our children. That's why we are strong supporters of Courtenay Elementary's hot lunch and breakfast programs. Our support, along with contributions from other community members, helps ensure that no child goes hungry and they have the energy to focus, learn, and grow. Together, we can help make sure that every child at Courtenay Elementary has the opportunity to succeed, starting with a healthy meal. Find out how you can get involved https://lnkd.in/gD4buUvV #richardsonwealth #morsoncarsonwealthcounsel #familyfirst #intergenerationwealth #financialplanning #financialgoals #integratedwealth #empoweredwealth #taxsavings #taxstrategies #wealthstrategies #financialfuture #secureyourfuture #investwisely #retirementplanning #financialfreedom #comoxvalley

"The current method of funding #PublicEducation – primarily through property taxes – perpetuates #Inequality. It inherently favors affluent communities with higher property values, while leaving economically disadvantaged communities struggling to provide even the most basic resources for their schools. This creates a vicious cycle where schools in low-income districts receive less funding, leading to lower-quality education, which in turn limits opportunities for students to break free from the cycle of poverty." Incredible article from our partners Schott Foundation for Public Education, authored by John H. Jackson, Glenn Harris, and Sara Sneed. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gp-WQdHr #Vouchers #SchoolVoucherProgram #TruthAboutVoucherPrograms #EducationFunding #EducationEquity #SchoolLeaders

This interactive map highlights the inequitable access to universal school meals across the state. More than 320,000 children in nearly 660 schools are excluded from the far-reaching benefits of universal no-cost meals—reduced hunger, less stigma, improved learning, and financial relief for families amid skyrocketing prices at the grocery store. There is significant need in schools without access. Nearly one-quarter of the children in these schools are low-income. Three regions in the state—Long Island, the Hudson Valley, and Western New York—account for 78 percent of schools and 81 percent of students without access. These are largely communities where poverty is prevalent but less concentrated or high-cost-of-living areas. New York has made great strides in expanding access to free school meals, but without statewide universal meals, too many schools are left to operate means-tested programs that leave hungry children behind. New York can and must do better for its children. The only way to ensure equitable access to school meals is also the simplest solution: Feed all the kids. We call on Governor Kathy Hochul, Carl Heastie, Andrea Stewart-Cousins, and state lawmakers to fully fund #Meals4AllNY in the state budget. View the map: bit.ly/HSMFANY-Map 

Strengthening our community starts with enhancing the well-being of our children. That's why we are strong supporters of Courtenay Elementary's hot lunch and breakfast programs. Our support, along with contributions from other community members, helps ensure that no child goes hungry and they have the energy to focus, learn, and grow. Together, we can help make sure that every child at Courtenay Elementary has the opportunity to succeed, starting with a healthy meal. Find out how you can get involved https://lnkd.in/gYy2Sk2c #richardsonwealth #morsoncarsonwealthcounsel #familyfirst #intergenerationwealth #financialplanning #financialgoals #integratedwealth #empoweredwealth #taxsavings #taxstrategies #wealthstrategies #financialfuture #secureyourfuture #investwisely #retirementplanning #financialfreedom #comoxvalley

This interactive map highlights the inequitable access to universal school meals across the state. More than 320,000 children in nearly 660 schools are excluded from the far-reaching benefits of universal no-cost meals—reduced hunger, less stigma, improved learning, and financial relief for families amid skyrocketing prices at the grocery store. There is significant need in schools without access. Nearly one-quarter of the children in these schools are low-income. Three regions in the state—Long Island, the Hudson Valley, and Western New York—account for 78 percent of schools and 81 percent of students without access. These are largely communities where poverty is prevalent but less concentrated or high-cost-of-living areas. New York has made great strides in expanding access to free school meals, but without statewide universal meals, too many schools are left to operate means-tested programs that leave hungry children behind. New York can and must do better for its children. The only way to ensure equitable access to school meals is also the simplest solution: Feed all the kids. We call on @govkathyhochul, @cheastie and state lawmakers to fully fund #Meals4AllNY in the state budget. View the map: bit.ly/HSMFANY-Map

We know higher education is one of the most important factors in overcoming youth homelessness. That's why Covenant House has endorsed a new bipartisan bill that would help lower barriers to attending college for young people experiencing homelessness. Among other changes, the Higher Education Access and Success for Homeless and Foster Youth Act of 2024 would give housing-insecure students priority for federal work-study jobs, spots in school housing during breaks, and in-state tuition at state schools. Everyone deserves a chance at higher education, and the support offered in this bill would help ambitious young people at Covenant House achieve their goals and dreams. Read more about this bill and its bipartisan sponsors here: https://bit.ly/3yCiNeR

In Georgia, many school districts have lost students - where there are no charter schools at all. Families decided that they wanted something different (homeschooling, microschools, private schools). We have a unique opportunity to offer public schools that provide a different kind of education that families are asking for. Most charter schools in our state are centered around Atlanta, with large areas of the state (including the Atlanta region) without any charter schools. Make no mistake - we do not need charter schools for the sake of having more charter schools. We need community-responsive charter schools that meet children's needs and enhance a community's roster of public schools. New Analysis Finds Charter School Sector Still Has Plenty of Room to Grow – The 74 (the74million.org)

Make a difference in the lives of the young adults around you by sharing information about AmeriCorps NCCC. Did you know we have a Parents and Educators Toolkit to help you learn about program opportunities with AmeriCorps NCCC, benefits, requirements, and how young adults can get involved? Download the toolkit and other resources: https://lnkd.in/gSYfcCSv #NationalService #LeadershipDevelopment #ServiceOpportunities #MoneyForSchool