Many students are graduating high school without the tools they need to succeed in today’s workforce, such as proficiency in math or science. It is becoming essential to master these skills in order to close the skills gap that hinders growth in many fields.
Generations of Americans have been able to get ahead by working hard, earning an education or learning a skill, taking risks, and sticking it out even in the face of adversity. One of our nation’s greatest responsibilities is to ensure that this bargain remains available.