In this episode of "Swimming Upstream," host Tom Luna interviews Arizona State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Horne. Tom Horne shares his unique pathway to his current role, having served as a school board member, Arizona state superintendent of schools, and Arizona attorney general. Throughout the interview, Tom Luna and Tom Horne discuss Arizona's focus on school choice and the challenges and benefits associated with it. They also delve into the importance of discipline in the classroom, early literacy efforts, and school safety initiatives. Tom Horne sheds light on Arizona's approach to assessments, emphasizing the importance of time on task and the need for students to demonstrate their learning.

The episode ends with Tom Horne revealing a surprising piece of trivia about Arizona - it has more boats per capita than any other state in the nation. Join us for an insightful conversation on education leadership and policy with Tom Horne on "Swimming Upstream”.

Key Moments

00:00 24 years in school board and politics.

03:53 Arizona's leadership in school choice programs.

07:17 60,000 students in public schools without cap.

10:33 Debate over using state tax dollars for private schools.

14:30 Emphasizing the importance of classroom discipline.

19:25 Students failing to read by 3rd grade.

21:34 Carrie and Tom improved discipline in classrooms.

24:16 Advocacy for police in schools, funding for security.

Connect with Tom Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomhorneaz/

Website: https://www.azed.gov/adeinfo/about-state-superintendent

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