It’s time for a new state superintendent of public instruction — one who has the confidence of so many local school leaders. Someone unbeholden to special interests that are responsible for this post-McCleary basic education funding mess — school closures, layoffs, program cuts, district insolvencies. Our students, families and taxpayers deserve better.
Reid Saaris has spent his career in public education, helping principals and superintendents around the country close gaps and solve tough challenges. There’s no magic formula. He’ll authentically listen and lead from an informed front-line perspective. Local school leaders know that Reid has what it takes to move us forward.
