Some kids' reading and math scores are going up, but it's because some of their teachers and school principals are cheating for them, and for their own benefit.
Some local high schools have dramatically improved graduation rates, and they've done it without the big structural changes grabbing attention around the country.
The goals are great, as are the resources. But the new focus risks perpetuating some problems with testing and misses a chance to do more with poor kids in early grades.