U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has called for input from parents and other stakeholders on how to better measure academic success in K-12 schools.
In a statement, Dr. Cassidy said, “The American education system fails the students who need it the most. Some states have led the way in developing growth measures and systems for sharing that information with families. Much can be learned from these approaches, including how federal laws and regulations get in the way and how the federal government can support state efforts.”
Cassidy’s request is part of his role as chairman of the HELP Committee, which is responsible for issues related to public health, education policy, workforce development, and labor protections. The committee also oversees relevant federal agencies and programs and operates subcommittees focused on specific policy areas to provide oversight. More information about its work can be found on its official website.
Cassidy is leading initiatives aimed at empowering families and improving educational outcomes for children.
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