A r c h i v e d I n f o r m a t i o n

Benefits Down the Road

It's a lot of work. You're going to hit roadblocks and potholes in the road up ahead. At times you may wonder, "Is this GOALS 2000 effort really worth it?"

You'll want to remind yourself what GOALS 2000 means.

For parents, it means greater involvement -- knowing how well children are really doing, and what you as a parent can do to help.
For teachers, it means support from the community, parents and the school system -- support for pushing students to realize their full potential.
For students, it means learning knowledge and skills that will serve you well for the rest of your life. It means being ready for college and being prepared for good jobs -- jobs that are interesting and that lead somewhere.
For businesses, it means a ready supply of workers who know basic skills and are flexible learners -- workers who have learned the habits of solving problems, thinking and communicating with precision.
For colleges, it means more freshmen coming to campus ready for higher education -- fewer resources spent on remedial math, reading, and writing.
For citizens, it means a better quality of life.
For communities, it means a better future for everyone -- especially our children. It means they'll be better equipped to get good jobs, become good citizens, and live good lives.

That is what GOALS 2000 is about. That is what President Clinton's whole approach to education is about: moving all our children toward high standards of learning today, so that America reaches high standards of living tomorrow. And so that every child in America has real hope of reaching the American dream.

[More to Come: Borrowing Ideas...]

[Appendix 1: Elements of Action Plan]