Summary
Without question, improvements must be made in the way this state handles the basic requirements of public education.
For too long, funding has dried up and costly new requirements for school districts have been added, resulting in a system that penalizes the poor and protects the wealthy. For too long, far- flung schools have been burdened with higher expenses of transporting students over long distances. For too long, improving the skills of teachers and rewarding the very best in their profession have been sidetracked by union fears and legislative bickering. For too long, low-income children have not had the chance to enjoy the benefits of an early-childhood education.See the full content of this document
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Education Reform: Big Promises and Big Price Tag
That's about to change with a series of sweeping education reforms that lawmakers are sending to the governor for her signature. The fundame...
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