Debate on Education

The candidates for this year's election are having a constant debate concerning education. Their arguments are on whether or not schools should only focus on students' knowledge. The question  presented in the debate is; should the Common Core be used in every aspect of school structure, or should there be an alternative system for New York's education? The candidates show their opinions on the topic, by discussing the financial needs for classrooms, the accomplishments of teachers and the school system itself.

Andrew Cuomo proposes various ideas during the debate. In the past, he has done a lot for education; for example, created a full day Pre-kindergarten program, so he has experience with the system. Cuomo says that the only way to achieve a stable economy, is by making sure that every child receives a good education. He wants to focus on funding on performance and establishing new pathways to college level work and career readiness. He also wants to fund the recognition and rewarding of the most successful and outstanding teachers. Andrew Cuomo is planning to reinvest in the classrooms of New York schools and additionally to make sure that the school funding does not lead to unaffordable property tax hikes. He is a great supporter of the high performing charter schools and primarily because of that, has proposed a $2 billion "Smart Schools" bond, that should eventually re-imagine our classrooms for our world of technology and make sure that household income doesn't get in the way of proper education.

Source: http://andrewcuomo.com/record-of-success/education/

By: Caterina Arnautova