John Mannion’s commitment to public education is rooted in decades of experience as a public school teacher. Before his election to the New York State Senate, John taught biology and chemistry in local public high schools for almost 30 years and served eight years as president of the West Genesee Teachers’ Association.
As a member of the New York Senate Education Committee, John Mannion was pivotal in passing a series of reforms to improve public education throughout our state, including:
- Securing millions of dollars to expand and fund thousands of pre-K slots in his district.
- Expanding access to school meals for breakfast and lunch.
- Increasing state aid to local school districts and fully funding the Foundation Aid formula for two consecutive years – a first since the formula was created in 2007.
New York’s teachers’ unions have endorsed John Mannion for Congress because they know he is the best choice for students and educators. An expert in education policy with three decades of experience in the classroom, he is ready to lead and make a difference in Congress. When elected, John’s priorities include:
- Investing in Public Schools: Increasing federal funding for public schools to reduce class sizes, improve facilities, and provide essential resources for students and teachers.
- Expanding Universal Pre-K: Fighting to expand universal pre-kindergarten to give every child a strong start and ensure they are ready to learn from day one.
- Improving Teacher Pay and Benefits: Advocating for improved teacher pay, benefits, and working conditions and supporting initiatives for professional development and mentorship programs.
