Duncan Statement: Hearing on "Exploring State Success in Expanding Parent and Student Options"
May 16, 2012
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As a father, I know my children don’t stop learning just because the school day has ended. We have a responsibility as parents to continue to challenge our kids outside the classroom. Parents who make a concerted effort to promote reading, help with homework, and discuss school with their children c...
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Kline Statement: Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute to H.R. 3989, the Student Success Act
Feb 28, 2012
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The amendment in the nature of a substitute for the Student Success Act makes a number of technical clarifications, but it also includes an important change that I’d like to highlight for the committee. In reviewing feedback from members and education stakeholders, we have noticed a shared desire to...
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Kline Statement: Hearing on "Education Reforms: Exploring Teacher Quality Initiatives"
Jul 27, 2011
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Good morning, and welcome to our committee hearing on teacher quality initiatives. I’d like to thank our witnesses for joining us today. Your time is valuable and we appreciate the opportunity to get your perspective on how states, school districts, and the federal government can support and encoura...
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