(AllHipHop News) Grammy nominated singer Janelle Monáe is lending her voice to help bring awareness to the education crisis in New York state. On March 4, Monáe will perform at the #DontStealPossible rally in Albany. The event is a call to action for 8,000 parents, students, and teachers with the goal of pushing state leaders to make bold, structural changes to the education system.

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“It’s heartbreaking to know that there are 800,000 New York kids falling through the cracks every year,” said Monáe. “I am honored to stand with families demanding an end to this crisis.”

The #DontStealPossible rally is scheduled to begin at 11:30 at the steps of the State Capitol. It will be followed by a press conference at 1:15. More than 80 schools are expected to participate along with WNBA star Lisa Leslie.

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Watch the “Possible Is____” teaser featuring members of The Roots below.