This groundbreaking report and original research has the potential to restart the school choice and accountability conversation from a completely unique perspective.
We are all familiar with the impending retirement of millions of Baby Boomers and the impact it will have on national and state budgets. This report highlights how that growing elderly population, coupled with a growing youth population and a shrinking American workforce stand to eliminate any possibility of states maintaining current funding levels for K-12 public education.
By analyzing the demographic trends, Dr. Ladner concludes:
- Governments will face increased demands for senior services and entitlements, as well as pressure for more education spending.
- The existing K-12 public education system is failing to prepare the next generation of American workers for success.
- Education must become more academically effective and cost effective, and the sooner the better.
- Parents themselves should lead the restructuring of K-12 education through choice policies.
Contributed by:
Patricia Levesque
Chief Executive Officer
Foundation for Excellence in Education
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