Understanding University Success - Educational Policy ...

Perspectives on Standards for Success
Intelligently conceived, comprehensive, meticulously researched, detailed and effectively organized, Standards for
Success provides a major step forward in tightening the links between high schools and universities and thus
increasing the chances for both academic achievement and personal satisfaction for our nation's students. Faculties,
too, on both sides of the freshman class will profit from these thoughtful definitions of teaching and learning
standards.
M. Gilbert Porter, Ph.D.
Associate Vice Provost Undergraduate Studies,
University of Missouri
As a parent of two high school boys, I applaud Standards for Success for providing realistic measurements in each
area of study which will help me guide my sons toward a successful college experience.
Susan Franzella
High School Parent, Carlmont High School
I commend Standards for Success for a thoughtful and thought provoking document.
Dr. Jared L. Cohon, Ph.D.
President, Carnegie Mellon University
At Crescenta Valley High School, we believe our responsibility for a student's success extends beyond high school
graduation. We welcome the Knowledge and Skills for University Success. We know that by studying the standards
in English, math, science, social science and second languages—and aligning our curriculum—we will better
prepare our students for the transition to college.
Linda Evans
Co-Principal, Crescenta Valley High School
We commend this effort to build bridges for students to cross safely and successfully from high school to college.
Virginia Sapiro
Associate Vice Chancellor for Teaching and Learning,
University of Wisconsin
I will make sure all school leaders in my district know about Standards for Success. It is important that elementary
as well as secondary principals are aware of this resource. Just as reducing the dropout rate requires the energy and
attention of all K-12 educators, so does ensuring the academic success of all our students. I will make sure school
counselors, teachers and parents are familiar with this resource as well. Copies should be available at curriculum
evenings, parent clubs, college information evenings, counseling centers and Back to School Nights.
Suzanne Cusick
Assistant Superintendent, Hillsboro School District
With over 90% of the students in our district going on to two- and four-year colleges, we know our primary job is
making sure students have the knowledge and skills they need to earn college degrees. Unfortunately, we have never
had the direction from colleges and universities we need to align our work with theirs. Standards for Success is a
very welcome resource. I look forward to studying the work carefully with curriculum developers, principals, and
teachers and using it extensively to guide our ongoing work. The K-16 movement is about to take a major step
forward thanks to this publication.
Michael Riley
Superintendent, Bellevue School District