If you are an employer of high school students, begin asking to see high school transcripts or school records. Send the message that you support higher standards in schools. Find out how you can get involved in the Partnership's Ask for Transcripts campaign. Acknowledge schools that are succeeding. Let your local school know if you like what you see.
Positive reinforcement is the best way to ensure a good practice remains in place.
Encourage involvement in local schools. Let your employees or coworkers know you value their participation in the local schools and in their children s education. Provide volunteer opportunities for your employees to go into the schools and for teachers to visit your business. Post information on the new academic standards in the employee lunch room, or include it on a paystub or company newsletter. Take the Test.