As long as the mission of the public school system is social vs. educational, it will never change. Never build a strategy on weakness . The term well rounded often denotes fecklessness. Focus is a consequence of decisions about what not to do. Effective strategy requires a committed team .
Businesses understand the importance of a ready work force.
The NEA could care less. Effective strategy requires leadership . Conclusion In Germany, teachers make more money than their American counterparts. The Germans understand that everyone is not meant for college, and that many professions are perfect for high-school graduates. So they spend their time preparing them for one of those professions, knowing that their education will continue throughout their career.