Chron – Terry Grier
“This week, the Houston Independent School District will host school administrators from across the state, all gathering to discuss the importance of making sure Texas students are globally competitive. It’s no longer enough for our students to simply graduate from high school. They must be ready to compete in a 21st century global society. That requires a global education, which will be key to Houston’s future. A global education helps students learn more about the world, appreciate other cultures and work with people from varied backgrounds. It encourages them to learn new languages, which makes them better thinkers and learners. Most important, a global education ensures students will be competitive internationally. We want to make sure students can compete for jobs – in the dynamic and diverse city that we call home, but also around the world.”(more)