Education
Putting Families and Learning First
Our country deserves schools that support families—not confuse them.
Education should be about learning, curiosity, and preparing children for life—not pushing political ideology. Parents deserve a voice in their children's education and transparency about what is being taught. Schools should work with families, not against them.
As a mother, I know that parents and caregivers know their children best. Schools should work with families, not against them.
Safe Schools for Every Child
School safety should never depend on a family's zip code.
Congress should support common-sense, passive safety improvements that protect students and staff without disrupting learning. These include:
- Secure entrances
- Improved lighting and visibility
- Shatter-resistant glass
- Locking classroom doors
Every child deserves a safe, supportive learning environment—no matter where they live.
Empowering Parents with Real Choice
Families are not all the same, and education should reflect that.
Parents should have the freedom to choose the learning environment that works best for their children—whether that's public school, charter school, private school, or homeschooling. The goal of education should be real skills—not a checklist imposed from Washington.
Education works best when it respects individual students, families, and communities.
Building Confidence, Not Anxiety
Education should build confidence in children—not anxiety.
Too many schools have drifted from a love of learning. Children need to move, play, explore, and learn—not just sit and test.
When schools stay focused on:
- Strong academic fundamentals
- Healthy habits
- Age-appropriate instruction
Students gain both the skills and the self-assurance they need to move forward.
Supporting Teachers and Restoring the Classroom
Teachers enter the profession because they love teaching—not paperwork.
Too many teachers spend too much time on compliance and mandates instead of teaching. We need to cut red tape so teachers can focus on what they do best: teaching and mentoring students.
We need to restore common-sense classroom discipline and include teachers in decisions about curriculum, behavior, scheduling, and structure.
Teaching is emotionally and physically demanding. Teachers deserve:
- Clean, well-funded, and safe classrooms
- Reasonable workloads
- Access to counseling and support
- Professional respect and trust
When teachers are supported, children thrive.
Preparing Students for Real-World Success
Not every student will—or should—follow the same path.
Preparing older students for adulthood means strengthening:
- Vocational and technical education
- Health and wellness training
- Partnerships with local employers
- Financial literacy
Every graduate should leave school with a clear path forward—ready for work, further education, or service.
Bringing Common Sense Back to Education
Education should bring out the best in our children—not overwhelm them.
By restoring parental involvement, supporting teachers, prioritizing safety, and focusing on learning over ideology, we can bring calm, confidence, and common sense back to our classrooms—and our country.
Voting for me is a vote for families, teachers, and students.
A Government Families Can Trust Again
Meg Strickland's campaign is about restoring normalcy—a government that works, an economy families can rely on, and leadership we can trust. It means Congress provides systems that support Americans and reflects the values of responsibility, stability, and respect.
If you're ready for steady, common-sense leadership and a return to normal, Meg asks for your support. Together, we can change the tone and tactics of Congress—for our families and for the next generation.