Political Quotes

“I am pleased to support H.R. 6. It will help set the direction for States and school districts to reform education in this country by linking title I funding for disadvantaged students to the content and performance standards contained in the Goals 2000 legislation already passed by both the House and Senate. In addition, I am encouraged that a compromise was reached on the formula for the distribution of title I funds so that there will be greater targeting in areas with high concentrations of lower income students. I am also grateful that the committee accepted my amendment to make service learning an allowable use of funds in relevant sections of H.R. 6. Service learning is a method of teaching and learning that combines academics and community service. Students develop and apply their knowledge and skills in the context of working to solve significant social, educational, and environmental problems in the school and the community. My amendment will encourage the use of the service learning approach.”