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But the best thing Washington can do for education is realize that our role is limited. Washington must keep its promise
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"But the best thing Washington can do for education is realize that our role is limited. Washington must keep its promises, but let those who know our childrens' names- parents, teachers and school board members- make education decisions"

- Mark Kennedy

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This quote by Mark Kennedy stresses the importance of local control in education. He recommends that the federal government should keep its guarantees and offer the needed resources, but need to not be the primary decision-maker when it comes to education. Rather, he believes that moms and dads, teachers, and school board members need to be the ones making choices about education, as they are the ones who know the kids's names and are most acquainted with their requirements. Kennedy's quote highlights the significance of regional control in education, as it permits decisions to be made that are customized to the specific requirements of the students and their communities. It likewise emphasizes the importance of parental involvement in education, as moms and dads are the ones who know their children best and can provide the very best assistance for their academic needs.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Mark Kennedy somewhere between April 11, 1957 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 27 other quotes.

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