Issue Position: Education

Issue Position

K-12

With his daughter Sophia in the second grade, Jerry understands one of the most essential functions of our state and local government is providing quality public education. He is grateful for the quality public education he received growing up in Beverly, and will support efforts to improve quality in the system for today's youth.

Jerry understands that local aid cuts have put a burden on our City, as it tries to provide top-notch education with dwindling financial resources. Beverly receives less local aid today than it did in 2001, yet costs continue to rise. Jerry will fight to restore local aid and Chapter 70 education funds. Jerry invited Treasure Steve Grossman to visit our wonderful new high school and will work with the administration as Beverly seeks to upgrade its aging middle school.

Higher Education

Massachusetts is home to many prestigious colleges and universities, attracting students from around the world. Yet, tuition costs are out of reach for most local families. With a stepson, Chris, who is a student at Salem State University, Jerry understands how expensive college can be, and Jerry himself worked in construction for several years to save money to enroll at Emerson College, and eventually go to Law School. Jerry supports our public colleges and universities in their efforts to provide high quality education affordable to all.

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