Educators as well as other constituencies should be accountable for that which is within their control. Educators and schools must own the standards for which they are to be held accountable Student progress, not school ranking, must be the expectation.
Effective change begins with emphasis on enabling support.
The parties endorse the recommendations concerning equity in resources distribution at the school level, policy development, responsiveness to students, parents and staff concerns. The parties agree to create conditions conducive to accountability and success. Reduction in size of school units. Extended instructional time for students who need more time. Expansion of early childhood and pre-kindergarten programs that, according to research have proven to be beneficial.