Students will rise to meet the challenge of rigorous academic standards and high expectations set before them. It is our responsibility as lawmakers, educators, and parents to set expectations to equip students for success in college and careers.

Schools should be held accountable for student learning based on objective measures, such as annual standardized tests and graduation rates. Accountability requires objectively measuring progress and achievement in order to reward success and reverse failure before it is too late.

Rewarding Effective Teachers

The quality of teaching can impact a student’s academic career, both positively and negatively. Effective teachers must be identified and rewarded for their work in the classroom.

Funding for Achievement

How education funding is spent is as important as how much funding is provided. Rewarding progress and proficiency will result in rising student achievement.

Expanding School Choice for Families

Choice creates a more effective education system and allows parents – the ones best equipped to have a choice and a voice in their child’s education – more freedom over their student’s schooling options.

Unleashing the Power of Digital Learning

Technology has the potential to expand access to high quality education regardless of a student’s language, zip code, income level or special needs. With this power, each and every student can achieve their full potential for learning through a customized education.