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PTA Votes
As you begin to learn more about the candidates, keep in mind that every candidate will say that he or she supports public education. The real question is, how far will that support go? A strong public education candidate:
- Knows education policy; the federal, state, and local laws that govern public education; and the responsibilities of the desired office.
- Makes public education a high priority in his or her political platform.
- Knows about school reform and ways to improve public schools. Solicits opinions and viewpoints from citizens through polling, town meetings, community conversations, and face-to-face discussions.
- Has prior experience with public education policy.
- Has a clear message about public education priorities.
- Has a realistic funding plan to support public education improvements and ensure adequate resources for all schools.
- Communicates who will be held accountable.
Additional Resources
Candidate Side-by-Side Comparison on Education Issues
Candidate's positions and PTA's long-standing positions on parent involvement, NCLB, and more.
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PTA Votes 2008 Election Guide
A guide to how PTAs can participate in the election process.
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2008 PTA Voter Guide
A tool to assist you in evaluating candidates regarding school and education issues.
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