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High School Reform: “Simple, Neat, and Wrong!” - February 2007
For every complex problem, there is a solution that is simple, neat, and wrong.” H. L. Mencken’s words are sage advice for those at the federal level who are about to fire their silver bullets of high school reform.
Literacy Is Necessary, But Neglected, Component of Competitiveness Agenda - May 2006
While the very important task of improving the overall rigor of math and science programs is vital we must also ensure that we have a literate population.
Open letter to Oprah Winfrey Responding to the Show "American Schools in Crisis" - April 2006
Major reform is still needed around the country, but evidence of progress can be found in some school districts.
Become Part of the Village - January 2006
To close the achievement gap and meet the goals of the NCLB Act by 2014, it will take the collective efforts of the entire village—including education, social and health institutions— to help our children become successful and productive citizens. Education stakeholders are asked to sustain a dialogue on ways to effectively close the gap.
Cultivating a New Generation of Principals—the Right Way - June 2006
What should be done to replace the retiring principals, and how should districts recruit, train, and sustain the next generation of school leaders?
Upholding the Basic Principle of Public Education - Fall 2006
The basic principle of public education is that all students should have equal access to a free and academically enriching education that helps prepare them for the future.
An Open Letter to the 110th Congress - November 2006
As you consider the education agenda for the coming year, please know that our organizations, representing over 60,000 principals and other school leaders, are prepared to provide you and your staff with support and assistance in promoting equity and excellence for all of our nation’s students.
NASSP Recommendations for High School Reform - February 2005
President Bush in his recently released FY2006 budget, proposes a $2 billion commitment for high school reform. While this is a significant allocation of resources and while we applaud the President’s intention…
Breaking Ranks II: Strategies for Leading High School Reform - February 2004
While recent discussions have highlighted the issues and challenges facing high schools they have not resulted in any significant policy or administrative changes or an increase in resources. Talk is cheap. Successful high school reform requires real strategies for implementing change and improving student performance.
NASSP and Coalition Memo on a National Agenda for Graduating Every Child Prepared for the 21st Century
December 2008
Additional Funds Imperative for Principal Training Programs - April 2007
It is imperative that new and seasoned principals alike receive the financial support and professional development they need in order to effectively do the job that is expected of them.