by Meagan Dorsch
Education is always a top issue for state legislatures. It is also high on NCSL's list of top 10 issues state legislatures will deal with in 2008. Education is number six.
Dealing with high school drop outs, retaining teachers and principals, and making college more affordable are three of the top education issues legislatures deal with this year.
Trying to lower the drop out rate could mean making the high school curriculum more challenging for students. In order to retain teachers and principals, schools may have to spend more time dealing with issues of pay and salary. And when it comes to affording a college education, states are looking to identify factors that are driving up costs and exploring new ways to offer financial aid.
You can listen to our podcast (5:24) with NCSL's education group director Julie Bell for more on how states plan to tackle education issues in 2008. For more information on all of NCSL's top 10 issues you can link to our press release or our podcast series.
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