"Having a strong school district is something that is very important," she said.
From her own inquiries, Ms. Guest believed that Frederick Douglass Academy II was a strong school that had gone through a bumpy patch.
But it is also clear that a strong school of thought in the United States considers Iraq to be the main state promoter of terrorism.
In comparison, students at the Whiting Lane School, whose district abuts Bugbee's, scored perceptibly lower the same year, even if it is still considered a strong school.
In fairness to the academy program, he never envisioned himself on any track other than the one to college, with the hope that soccer would enhance his application to a strong school.
"While many of my constituents send their children to religious schools, I encourage them to remember that a strong school system is best for the entire community," he said.
He gives a long, complex answer, which includes – the importance of collaboration and sharing good practice, a strong school ethos of aspiration and success, plus positive and encouraging relationships between staff and children.
Curriculums come and go, they said, but the constants when it comes to creating a strong school are hiring qualified teachers, keeping the school open to new ideas, encouraging teachers to work as a team, making sure that children who fall behind are noticed and keeping in touch with parents.
This includes instilling a strong school culture and providing students with support for emotional needs.
"This includes a strong school system that provides after-school programs".
