High Standards

Public education should be grounded in high academic standards that prepare students for success in college, careers, and civic life. Schools must be accountable for delivering strong instructional outcomes, with transparent measures of student achievement that parents and communities can easily understand. Assessment and data should be used to identify gaps, support struggling students, and continuously improve teaching and curriculum, and not to advance political or ideological goals. By focusing on excellence, clarity, and results, public schools can ensure every student has a fair opportunity to achieve and succeed.