Education For Every American

Education is at the heart of the American Dream, and essential for the United States to compete globally in the decades to come. Every American should have the opportunity throughout their lives to obtain the skills and education to realize their full potential. Vice President Biden is outlining a plan that provides educators the support and respect they need and deserve, and invests in all children from birth, so that regardless of their zip code, parents’ income, race, or disability, they are prepared to succeed in tomorrow’s economy. As president, Biden will support our educators by giving them the pay and dignity they deserve. Biden will also Invest in resources for our schools so students grow into physically and emotionally healthy adults, and educators can focus on teaching. He intends to provide every middle and high school student a path to a successful career. Joe Biden also endorsed a free four-year public college in 2015. Biden said we need to commit to 16 years of free public education for all our children. He added that 12 years of public education is not enough. As a nation we need to make the same commitment to a college education today that we made to a high school education 100 years ago. Joe Biden promises also to create more opportunities for high school students to take practical classes that lead to credentials. Biden will invest in and allow Pell grants to be used for dual enrollment programs, so high school students can take classes at a community college and earn college credits or a credential prior to graduating from high school. The Biden Administration will invest in school vocational training and partnerships between high schools, community colleges, and employers. These partnerships will create programs that allow students to earn an industry credential upon high school graduation, a credential that readies them for a good-paying career.
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