“This morning, the Iowa House passed an education reform plan that will set us on a path to again have the nation’s best schools,” said Gov. Branstad from an economic development trip in California. “This plan will give our teachers a new, 21st century system designed to reward their efforts and ensure great teaching in every classroom. Most importantly, this reform means our students will have the skills they need to compete with their peers across the globe.”
The governor is pleased with the Senate’s progress in offering meaningful reform as well.
“I want to commend Senate Democrats for their efforts, and the seriousness with which they are approaching educational reform,” continued Branstad. “This is a significant effort, and I look forward to working with the Senate to continue our progress and sign this legislation into law this year.”
Reynolds noted the broad support the legislation enjoys.
“I want to commend the House in passing this legislation, which shows legislators are serious about passing meaningful education reform that again makes Iowa a national leader,” said Reynolds. “The broad, statewide support this reform enjoys is the result of years of input and consensus building. We now turn our attention to the Senate, and we will work with them to ensure our reform efforts move forward.”
I do not understand this. 100% state aid but promises protection to taxpayers. How can that possible be true. Someone, somewhere has to pay the price and because the state income always comes back to the taxpayers I believe this is political double speak. More money for the schools is just backwards. They should be made to show improvement before we invest anymore money.
Get rid of public servant unions – they run this country and are breaking it.
I see another 10,000 raise per yer for scool teachers – they average 500 per day now with benefits – nice work – takes about 50 private citizens taxes to pay 1 teacher.
Get a degree and government job and it’s better than hard minimum wage work that’s for sure.