Mayor Michael Bloomberg says the $250 million New York City schools stand to lose amid a standoff on teacher evaluations is important, but the city "cannot compromise on having a real evaluation system."
The mayor spoke on his WOR-AM radio show Friday. On Thursday, a judge blocked the state from withholding the money, at least for now.
The judge froze any sanctions until the resolution of a lawsuit filed by parents. The state plans to appeal.
School districts had to have evaluation systems in place by Jan. 17 to get a state aid increase this school year.
Bloomberg's administration and the teachers' union couldn't agree on a system, so the city missed the deadline.
The city has said the lost money means eliminating 700 guidance counselor and teacher positions.
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