Political Quotes

“in our efforts to ensure that the United States remains an economic and military superpower in the 21st century, we must strive to improve the quality of math and science education in this country. Unfortunately, our schools today need more support in preparing students--in sufficient numbers--to meet the needs of our country. The statistics are alarming, as reported by the National Commission on Mathematics and Science Teaching for the 21st Century, The Glenn Commission, and by the National Assessment of Education Progress, NAEP. Less than one-third of all U.S. students in grades 4, 8, and 12 perform at or above the ``proficient'' achievement level in mathematics and science on national tests. More than one-third of such students score below the basic level in these subjects. And, among 20 nations assessed in advanced mathematics and physics, none scored significantly lower than U.S. students in advanced math, and only one scored lower in physics. Our students can and must do better. In an effort to improve math and science education, I have joined with Senators Roberts, Frist, Collins, and others in supporting much needed legislation to help improve math and science education in elementary and secondary schools. This legislation is now part of S. 1, the Better Education for Students and Teachers Act, the BEST Act.”