Issue Position: Prioritizing High Quality Education

Issue Position

Imagine the United States if we had stopped innovating during the 1970s. Where would we be today? What would our workforce look like, and how would we compete in a global market?
Today, unfortunately, the lack of support for education is threatening our position as the world's leader in innovation. Dan is committed to making a strong educational system the foundation of a strong economy.
Because around here, getting a quality education from the early grades through high school is crucial to preparing our kids for successful futures. Once they graduate, they need to be able to continue their education at colleges like LBCC and OSU to be ready to compete and succeed in the rapidly changing job market.
Dan Rayfield has the kind of education plan we expect from our State Representative:
Restore music, arts, and PE classes to give students a well-rounded education.
Reduce class sizes to increase student performance.
Provide vocational training, mentorship programs, and apprenticeship programs for Oregonians.
Invest in universities and community colleges to build a skilled workforce.
Restore funding to universities and community colleges to increase accessibility for prospective students
Give more children the opportunity to start their educations off right with early childhood education.

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