We should test prudently; not profligately.

One or two bad teachers is a problem with the teachers. A school with many bad teachers is a problem of leadership.

On government & unions: the only thing worse than blind trust is blind mistrust.

There is no morality without temptation; otherwise it is just lack of opportunity.

It is not the time to put school districts up for auction. Now is the time to galvanize them into action.

Courageous leadership is not fearless leadership. What makes you a leader is how you deal with your fears.

We must use collegiality not to level people down but to bring together their strength and creativity.