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CURRENT FISCAL ISSUES:
Jersey City’s Education Budget Issues:
- Spending: Jersey City spends $36,062 per student, higher than the state average, yet academic performance remains low.
- Budget Deficit: The district faces a $100 million budget shortfall despite increased spending.
- Teacher Retention: High turnover rates and growing class sizes impact quality education
- Transparency Issues: Financial reporting lacks clarity, reducing public accountability.
AUDIT FINDINGS:
State Audits Found Fiscal Issues in JCPS:
- Payroll Failures: Missing timesheets, overtime errors, unverified checks since 2019.
- Accounting Irregularities: Back-dated checks, unrecorded liabilities, invalid liens.
- Unrecorded Programs: Major energy-saving initiatives omitted, costing taxpayers millions.
- Budget Mismanagement: Funds misallocated, reducing resources for schools and students.
Jim McGreevey’s 10-Point Plan to Fix JCPS:
1. Early Literacy & Math
Intensive Pre-K–5 reading/math programs, phonics-based instruction, certified teachers in every core classroom.
2. Special Education Reform
Timely, transparent IEP processes with parents fully involved.
3. CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION UPGRADE
Align with NJ standards; train teachers in best-practice methods.
4. Independent Fiscal Audit
Identify waste, redirect funds to classrooms.
5. Transparent Results
Public dashboards showing school-by-school progress tied to accountability.
6. Career & Technical Education
Pathways into trades, tech, logistics, and healthcare with industry credentials.
7. Facility & Tech Upgrades
Safe buildings, modern devices, reliable internet for all students.
8. Enrichment Programs
Tutoring, recreation, and summer programs to close learning gaps.
9. rap-Around Services
Coordinate city libraries, recreation, and health providers with schools.
10. Student Engagement & Culture
High expectations, strong attendance, and leadership programs in every school.