Labor Day has passed and with it goes the summer, with the apparent exception of those 90 degree days. You have probably noticed yellow buses back on the streets and new backpacks being sported all over town. That’s right – school’s back in session!
As a former teacher, I always loved the first day of school. There was always so much promise for what the year had in store for everyone – a winning football season, a chance to explore alongside Amerigo Vespucci, or a scholarship that makes a college education possible. For parents sending their children off to school, they wonder if their child will make new friends, if the teachers will be good this year, and if they will have a say in their child’s education.
Decisions about our children’s education should be made at the local level by people who have the greatest contact with them. Simply spending more money is not the answer to improving America’s schools. High standards, resourceful teachers, and increased parent involvement are essential to our children’s – and our country’s – future.
All the best for a wonderful school year!