We really need a system where all the pieces fit together.

A strong, effective building principal is worth their weight in gold.

We're sending more kids off to college than we ever have before ... it's one of our biggest success stories. But look how many of them never get past their freshman year. They're just not ready for it.

People notice things like cutbacks. They do notice, even if they don't have school-aged children. They really are paying attention.

I doubt they are as willing as they are telling us, though.