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2. The best way to ensure a bright future for Colorado is to invest in our students by giving them the skills and the tools they need to compete for the jobs of the future, achieve their potential, and make a better life for themselves and their families.

3. Colorado Schools Today 3

4. + Colorado kids are succeeding DESPITE school funding, not because of it. 4

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7. Students, parents & school staff see the results of this every day 7 Colorado is ranked 39 out of 50 in class sizes Less individual attention for students Cuts to sports, art, theater, adult education, and more. More schools going to a four-day school week Fewer support staff and ESP in schools

8. + HOW DID WE GET HERE? 8

9. In the past few years, we’ve cut about $1 billion from our P12 budget 9

10. Let’s Invest in Colorado’s Kids

11. To build a bright future for Colorado we must: 11 ‘

12. To build a bright future for Colorado we must: 12

13. To build a bright future for Colorado we must: 13

14. To build a bright future for Colorado we must: 14

15. + HOW WE ARE GOING TO GET THERE 15

16. The Investment 16 We’re going to ask Colorado voters to raise $950 mil. in new revenue for our schools in 2013 through a two-step income tax increase.

17. The Investment 17 We’re going to ask Colorado voters to raise $950 mil. in new revenue for our schools in 2013 through a two-step income tax increase.

18. + HOW YOU CAN HELP 18 Commit To Vote Spread The Word Give a presentation Email your list Partner on Social Media Utilize Web Resources Fact Sheets Endorsers List Infographics Tax Calculator Voter Registration information and FAQ Talking points and FAQs Support the Initiative Endorse Contribute VOTE!