"Approaches to closing the achievement gap in Henrico Schools has taken a broad perspective with implementation of instructional strategies that are based on research and best practice; however, we have not made the desired progress to ensure all students learn to their highest potential. This is not an acceptable outcome for the students of Henrico County. The school board, the school division leadership, and the faculty and staff of every school is committed to closing this gap. " This article from the HCPS website confirms that there is an opportunity gap in henrico county schools. However, it focuses on the fact that this gap can be closed, and everything should be done to do so.

"On one hand, entrenched inequality threatens to create an underclass whose members' inadequate education and low skills leave them with poor prospects for full participation in the economy as earners or consumers. It can cause political instability and thus poses risks to investment and growth. On the other hand, some argue that because inequality puts more resources into the hands of capitalists (as opposed to workers), it promotes savings and investment and catalyzes growth." This article discusses important benefits and drawbacks of income inequality. It shows that this is a matter to think about, and there is no simple solution.