To compete in a global economy, our students must continue their education beyond high school. To make this expectation a reality, we must give students the tools they need to succeed, including the opportunity to take a college entrance exam.

To compete in a global economy, our students must continue their education beyond high school, ... To make this expectation a reality, we must give students the tools they need to succeed, including the opportunity to take a college entrance exam.

It is virtually impossible to compete in today's global economy without a college degree.

With Michigan's economic future on the line, we can't afford to have our 500 local school districts marching in different directions. Instead, we need a high standards, mandatory curriculum to get all our students on the road to higher education and a good paying job.

I taught high school students Spanish.

All students should have the opportunity to receive their high school diplomas and be fully prepared for college or the workplace.