S. 2 requires accountability for disadvantaged students. I is because the needs of disadvantaged children are not being addressed. States already have full flexibility under Ed-Flex. Ed-Flex does not give states full flexibility. I believe the correct interpretation of Ed-Flex is that there is substantial flexibility accorded to governors for certain programs, not for all programs.
Smaller classes are most important in boosting achievement.
Parents and educators have told me we need to invest in smaller class sizes. . . The first thing they say is good teachers. Even before, Senator Murray, lower class size. Straight A's demands results and holds states accountable. Under Straight A's, states must adopt specific, measurable, numerical performance goals to increase achievement levels for all students.