Feb 15, 2012
This is the greatest environment for school reform I have seen in my career in here, in 38 years on this committee, and we should be taking advantage of it.
Bob Schaffer
The Public Record
Bob Schaffer is a former U.S. Congressman who represented Colorado's 4th congressional district from 1997 to 2003. A member of the Republican Party, Schaffer was known for his strong advocacy of national defense, particularly in support of a national missile defense system. He also took firm stances on social issues, including opposition to the sale of fetal tissue from abortions. Schaffer has been involved in various political and educational initiatives following his congressional career, including serving as the president of the Colorado Community College System.
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February 15, 2012
The only individuals who can guarantee that these dollars are being spent efficiently are the ones who are closest to the children who are affected.
— Bob Schaffer
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Feb 15, 2012
The question is now, when we see all of the reform that is taking place, before you didn't know where your qualified teachers were, you wouldn't say where the distribution was, your graduation rate--any improvement made you AYP.
Feb 15, 2012
You can't have all of this change that has been developed in the states or all of the reluctance to change that has been developed in other states and say that this is somehow one-size-fits-all.
Feb 15, 2012
Just giving parents the opportunity to choose empowers them in a way that is helpful.
Feb 15, 2012
I really enjoyed the chance to discuss and act on issues similar to the ones you're considering today.
Feb 15, 2012
It is a perspective that favors choice, local control, a professional transformation of the teaching craft, transparency, accountability, competitiveness, and marketplace entrepreneurship.
Feb 15, 2012
Granting more freedom from federal mandates of--federal mandates of NCLB--does not mean lowering the bar for any child.
Feb 15, 2012
It is the fundamental right and obligation of parents to direct the education and upbringing of their children.
Feb 15, 2012
I have become deeply convinced of the value of parental involvement in education.