25 Quotes by Richard Riley

No child should have to go to a failing school,

only half of all parents are reading to their children every day. My message to parents is to read, read, read. It makes a powerful difference.

He's a good politician. But I'll still vote for him over the opposition.

underscores the importance of increasing efforts to support and expand early childhood learning.

Our goal now is to keep up the pace and make sure that they are learning to these high standards all the way through to high school.

little room for testing or for any slippage in their schedules.

We must look at the stark reality that there is a continuing achievement gap between the rich and the poor, and between whites and minority students, ... This gap is a gaping hole in our commitment to fulfilling the American promise, and it will only get bigger if we do not close the digital divide as well.

We need to figure out where we will put these children, ... Many communities need to be building more schools now.

The quality of experiences in the early years matters, ... child care facilities that meet high standards and offer employees a livable wage remain woefully inadequate.