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Global Conference to Aim at Keeping American Students Competitive
Milken Family Foundation Senior Vice President Dr. Jane Foley will lead panel of policymakers and leaders to tackle effective education system reform
April 25, 2012
WHAT:
In a fast-paced global economy, educators, union officials, superintendents and policymakers at all levels are stepping up efforts to deliver better results for America's students. OnMonday, April 30, at 9:30 a.m. at the Beverly Hilton, Dr. Jane Foley—senior vice president of the Milken Family Foundation and advisor to TAP: The System for Teacher and Student Advancement—will lead a discussion of experts to explore the roles of the federal government, states and districts in driving the transformational change necessary to improve teaching and learning.
PANEL:
"Delivering K-12 Education System Reform: Ensuring that American Students Remain Competitive"
WHEN:
Monday, April 30, 2012
9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
WHERE:
Beverly Hilton, Wilshire Ballroom
9876 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
WHO:
Jane Foley, Senior Vice President, Milken Family Foundation
William Bennett, Former U.S. Secretary of Education; Author, "The Book of Man: Readings on the Path to Manhood"
James Guthrie, Superintendent of Public Instruction, State of Nevada
Tony Ressler, Founding Partner, Ares Management LLC
Joanne Weiss, Chief of Staff to the Secretary, U.S. Department of Education
MORE:
K-12 public schools deserve and must have better. The federal government, through competitive grants and NCLB waivers, for example, is attempting to drive reform. However, it has become apparent that states and districts are the key drivers of change. Many are leading reform efforts while having to tackle outdated policies. What is the right balance between accountability and flexibility in driving effective education system reform policies? How should states set appropriate requirements without stifling district flexibility and problem-solving? What policies should be pursued to attract, develop, motivate and retain talent within the teaching profession? What role should charter schools, virtual education, common core state standards and other initiatives play?
RSVP through Jana Rausch at the Milken Family Foundation to receive credentialing at (310) 570-4774 (office); (310) 435-9259 (cell); or jrausch@mff.org.