The K-12 Issues That Top Governors' Agendas - Education Week

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Leaders across the country are focusing on how to improve K-12 schools. Governors want schools to get students ready for future jobs. They also want to make sure young children get a good start and that schools can hire and keep good teachers. A big concern is that students are not doing as well on tests as they used to. So, many states are trying to improve how reading and math are taught. Some governors are also talking about how to pay for schools. They want to make sure there's enough money for programs like tutoring. Others are working with businesses to create training programs for students.