John Cox

Education Ensure parents can confidently send their children to school each morning, knowing they’ll be protected and respected. Education Reinforce math foundations early so students can thrive in higher-level learning. Education Replace end-of-year testing with growth-based benchmark assessments that give teachers real-time feedback. Education Expand equal school safety funding for rural and metro schools alike. Education Strengthen phonics and the science of reading instruction (PK–5) to ensure every child learns to read by third grade. Education Make parent-driven IEPs the standard for special needs students, focusing on growth instead of paperwork. Education Invest in training and professional development – especially in reading and math foundations. Education Keep classrooms safe from indoctrination and vulgar content.