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 K-12 School Improvement
Mayors and city councilmembers are essential partners in improving public schools, and can play key roles during school improvement initiatives, even when they have no formal or direct authority over local school districts, including:
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Focusing public attention on student achievement, teaching, and supports for learning;
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Obtaining data that establishes benchmarks by which to measure future progress;
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Convening disparate groups to discuss key priorities and mobilize the community to take action;
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Promoting adequate school funding;
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Removing obstacles to achievement;
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Sharing information and resources between cities and school districts; and
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Supporting learning outside of schools.
Programs & Services
Publications & Resources - Includes downloadable publications, audioconference transcripts, and other resources related to K-12 school improvement.
Nation's Cities Weekly Articles
"Why Collaboration Between Cities and Schools is the Key to Reform," by Donald J. Borut, Anne L. Bryant and Paul D. Houston
Read additional articles about education issues. »
For Further Information
Contact Audrey Hutchinson, Program Director, at 202-626-3053 or hutchinson@nlc.org.
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