Hold Teachers Accountable, Not Buildings

Buildings are not responsible for educating students, teachers are. So why does the State Board of Education report ISAT scores by building name? Imagine if police gave speeding tickets to cars instead of drivers, or arrested houses instead of the drug dealers who occupy them?

By reporting ISAT score by building name instead of teacher name, the State Board is evading its constitutional responsibility to supervise the public school system. If the Board is really serious about improving education productivity, it must report scores by teacher. This would provide parents with the relevant information they need to make informed decisions about getting the best education for their children.

The Board’s credibility and reputation require full disclosure and transparency. Time to hold teachers accountable, not buildings.