The Whitehead Plan for Supporting and REBUILDING PUBLIC EDUCATION

By Paul Whitehead

Paul knows that children can't learn in unruly classrooms with 40 or more students. We must decrease class size, increase teacher's salaries, renovate decaying facilities, and offer more INDUSTRIAL ARTS/ TRADE-TECH classes for those students not going to college. As Assemblyman, Paul will initiate programs that give teachers the freedom to teach in well-equipped classrooms so that our students have the foundation for academic success.

Paul knows how the state government has failed to meet its commitment to fairly fund key programs, like music, the arts, and hands-on INDUSTRIAL ARTS training for those not going to college. Paul understands that education must emphasize job training, problem solving, and not just test taking.

Paul Whitehead knows well-trained teachers lead to better schools.

As a classroom teacher, Paul Whitehead understands that motivated teachers hold the key to unlocking a child's potential. Paul will work to attract and retain a quality teacher in every classroom. He will promote effective mentoring programs for new teachers, reward master teachers, and improve retirement benefits.

Paul Whitehead understands that learning doesn't stop after school.

Paul will continue to promote quality after-school programs for area kids. Students need a safe place to go for extra help to master tough subjects so they can succeed in school and in life. In Assembly, Paul will urge parents to get involved at every level of their child's education. Parental participation is necessary for students to achieve and Paul will support programs to reward parents for their participation in their child's education.

If you would like to be listed as an Endorser, please contact the Paul Whitehead Campaign for Assembly at votewhitehead@yahoo.com or the phone number below.

Thank you for help,

Paul Whitehead Campaign for Assembly, (310) 712-1975