"Mississippi's transformation depended on holding students, educators, and even policy makers accountable for better student performance. Imposing real accountability in education is politically onerous."
"Reforms that try to copy only Mississippi's commitment to reading science without accountability will not deliver the intended results. Fixing education is never that simple."
"For decades, education policy in Mississippi was driven mostly by a desperate desire to avoid ranking last in the country. Aiming higher wasn't on the agenda."
From 1998 to 2024, Mississippi significantly improved fourth-grade reading and math scores, becoming a leader in education reform. The state adopted the science of reading, emphasizing phonics and accountability for students and educators. Other states are now trying to replicate this success, but many overlook the importance of accountability in achieving these results. Mississippi's transformation was driven by a commitment to higher standards and performance, challenging the belief that poverty precludes educational progress.
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