Contact: Judy Moll, President, LWVGT (520 ) 327-7652

1 Media Release: league of women Voters of Greater Tucson, Issues & Eggs Breakfast Contact: Carol West, Development Chair, (520) 403-2279 judy moll , president , LWVGT (520) 327-7652 The voter -approved Joint Technical Education District (JTED) in Southern Arizona has helped thousands of high school age people acquire the skills needed to succeed in life. For the past ten years, students in thirteen school districts in and around Pima County have benefited from the specialized education the district provides. But JTED is now threatened after reduced funding the past few years from the Arizona Legislature. The league of women Voters of Greater Tucson is hosting an Issues & Eggs Breakfast on Friday, March 4, 2016 from 7:30 to 9:30 in the Ballroom at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Tucson at Reid Park, 445 S.

2 Alvernon Way, to examine the issue. The league of women Voters has always had strong positions on education and we support the efforts of JTED and the work it does, says judy moll , president of the league of women Voters of Greater Tucson. We hope this event helps others understand the vital role it plays in the success of our young people. Southern Arizona business executives and educators will address What is JTED s Link to Arizona s Economy? This forum will highlight the link between business and education and the role JTED has played. Business leaders, elected officials, educators and members of the public are expected to attend and discuss how the innovative, tuition-free educational opportunity benefits the community. Bruce Dusenberry, chairman of Horizon Moving Systems is the moderator for this event.

3 Panelists include: Steven D. Holmes, Superintendent, Sunnyside Unified School District Carla Lopez, CTE Medical Assistant Instructor, Empire High School, Vail Unified School District Tina Norton, Assistant Superintendent and COO Pima County JTED Bob Schlanger, CEO, British Car Service and Governing Board Chairman, Pima County JTED Daryl Koeppel, Jim Click Automotive Team Evelyn Plascencia, JTED program student Desert View High School Tickets for the breakfast are $ per person ($50 after February 29th or at the event) and may be purchased on line at Sponsorships are also welcome and begin at $ , including a table for 10 guests. Those interested in being a sponsor of the breakfast are asked to contact Carol West for more details.

4 More information on the event is available by calling the league office at 520- 327-7652 . Proceeds from the breakfast sponsorships and ticket sales will support nonpartisan voter publications, 2016 issues and candidate forums, and production of educational voter information to benefit the citizens of southern Arizona. By supporting the nonpartisan, not-for-profit league , individuals and organizations will also support civil debate that strengthens our democracy. To learn more about the league of women Voters of Greater Tucson and its programs, please visit our Facebook page or our website: NOTE: Media outlets are welcome to attend the event. Please check in at the registration desk when you arrive for assistance. The league of women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages the informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

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