ASCD has joined with 11 other organizations to form the Learning First Alliance. The Alliance, which succeeds the Forum of Educational Organization Leaders (FEOL), is the only national coalition focused on public education to involve both CEOs and leaders of major education organizations.
The Learning First Alliance is working to achieve three major goals: ensure that high academic expectations are held for all students; ensure a positive and supportive place of learning for all students; and engage parents and community members in helping students achieve. "Whether they are labor or management, parent or policymaker, what all the members of the Alliance have in common is a dedication to children," says ASCD Executive Director Gene Carter, who will serve on the steering committee.
In January 1988, Alliance members will convene for a national summit focused on improving reading and math achievement.