Kentucky Public Radio reporter Tony McVeigh reports that in his reaction comments to Kentucky losing Race to the Top money yesterday, Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear also remarked about charter schools, “I think that’s an issue that will be discussed in the future. And as I’ve said, I think if it’s used properly, it can be a useful tool.”
Given Kentucky’s recent education stumbles, including a drop in the state’s public school ACT Composite Score and the clear signal from Washington via Race to the Top that other states, not Kentucky, are the new darlings of education reform, we clearly need some “useful tools” in our education system.
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Governor Beshear: Charter schools for Kentucky not a dead issue
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Governor Beshear had his chance to lead all year long. First with budget priorities where he could had put money where it would most benefit the state. Second with aggressive commitments to improve education performance in the state.
It doesn't matter what he says now. Past behavior is the best predictor of future behavior. When the going gets tough Governor Beshear will be no where to be found.
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