Dear Mr. Barton: 

Hewlett-Packard Company (HP) supports Palo Alto Unified School District’s (PAUSD) Measure A.  We recognize that if Measure A is not passed, PAUSD’s budgetary situation may force teacher layoffs, larger class sizes, reduced course offerings, and the closure of schools.  We want to ensure that this does not happen.   

As you may know, HP has a long legacy of supporting schools and educational programs.  In a global economy, we understand the importance of preparing and training a competitive and qualified workforce.  And we value the practice of thinking globally, and acting locally.  In 2003, we expressed concern when the State of California began cutting “basic aid” educational funds.  Simultaneously, we have watched PAUSD’s revenues grow more slowly than district costs, and local enrollment grow without offsetting compensation.  Now, Palo Alto’s previous education parcel tax is set to expire next year.  At HP, we understand the urgency of passing Measure A for Palo Alto School’s continued success. 

Since HP was founded in Palo Alto more than 65 years ago, many of our employees and our employees’ children have come up through the local district.  Palo Alto’s teachers and schools have done an excellent job of preparing the next generation of workers and leaders.  We want to ensure this continued excellence.  We support Measure A, and we encourage others to join us.

 Sincerely,

Sidney Espinosa
Manager of Public Affairs
Hewlett-Packard Company

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