Jonathan P. Raymond, the superintendent of the Sacramento public schools, wrote
recently: "We have to stop blaming teachers for problems that have multiple
causes, ranging from poor administrative oversight and accountability to a lack
of parent engagement. I know how hard teachers work to educate every child and
challenge students at their ability level. We need to work equally hard to give
our teachers the tools and supports they need to be successful. Let's stop
scapegoating and come together to find solutions that work."