Dear Friends,
A quality education is the best tool for making the next generation of Arkansans more successful than the last. This topic has been a priority of mine since I came to Congress at the beginning of last year.
As someone who is committed to bringing more jobs to our state and growing the local economy, I believe fulfilling this mission starts with making sure we have a well-educated and skilled population.
One way I am working on this in Congress is through the Congressional Investment in America’s Skilled Workforce Caucus, which I co-chair. This caucus has turned into a portal for ideas on the best ways to encourage young students to develop a plan for achieving economic independence after they complete their education.
The ultimate mission of our caucus is to help students realize that the sound guidance and teaching they received from their local school systems will provide them with opportunities, whether or not they have a four-year college degree.
On Monday, I hosted an Educational Roundtable with 21 superintendents from across the seven central Arkansas counties.
Rep. Hill with local school superintendents at this week's Education Roundtable in Little Rock. |
Hearing from our state's education leaders about what’s working and what needs improvement gives me the best understanding of which policy ideas and directions will work for kids in central Arkansas. We are fortunate to have good education leadership in place in the Second Congressional District, and I look forward to continue working side-by-side with our educators to give our students the best possible chance for economic success after they graduate from our local schools.
Sincerely,
Representative French Hill |
Photos for the Week
Rep. Hill taking part in Goodwill's and First Book's initiative to donate books throughout Arkansas. Learn more here.
Rep. Hill meeting with representatives from Vine and Village, a local group working to bring locally grown, organic produce to food deserts throughout the city. |
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