GCE

Task Force members found this article pertaining to funding the Graduate Competency Exams. As a reminder, the Governor's budget DOES NOT include any money for special education. The reason: the state did not have the funding.

I urge you to write to the Governor's office asking: How were you able to find $201M for a testing company to administer a test no one wants in PA, but could not find money to educate my child with (put in your child's situation). My child is worth more than a test administrator.

There are also cuts in medical services and supports for individuals with disabilities. Again, make your comments on how the cuts have effected your situation and how this $201M could help your child.

Governor Rendell can be contacted:

Email: [|http://sites.state.pa.us/PA_ Exec/Governor/govmail.html]

Phone: (717) 787-2500 Fax: (717) 772-8284

Write a letter 225 Main Capitol Building Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17120
 * Governor Edward G. Rendell's Office**

Thanks!

Cecelia Thompson Chairperson, Philadelphia Right to Education Local Task Force