Help all children reach challenging academic standards, so that they are prepared for responsible citizenship, further learning, and productive employment. States develop challenging standards and assessments for all students in the core academic subjects. Schools help all students make successful transitions to college and careers.
Schools are strong, safe, disciplined, and drug-free.
A talented and dedicated teacher is in every classroom in America. Families and communities are fully involved with schools and school improvement efforts. Schools use advanced technology for all students and teachers to improve education. Build a solid foundation for learning for all children. Every eighth-grader masters challenging mathematics, including the foundations of algebra and geometry.