1)  Every student should have the opportunity to read, write and think about things that matter and leave high school ready for college, work and civic contribution.

2)  Every student should have the choice of several diverse schools and coherent pathways to college and work.

3)  Every student should be able to attend a small school or learning community where he/she is known, respected, and safe.

4)  Every student should have an advocate at school that knows his/her goals and challenges.

5)  Every student should have qualified teachers with no more than 80 other students.

6)  Every student should receive the extra time and attention he/she needs to succeed.

7)  Every student should have the opportunity to become an expert in something he/she is passionate about and progress and graduate by demonstrating important skills in a variety of ways.

8)  Every student should have the opportunity to use current technology and participate in extracurricular activities and adult world learning experiences.

9)  Every student should receive academic, college, and career guidance that results in an appropriate choice of post secondary learning opportunities.

10)  Every student should have the means-tested financial aid to attend college or post secondary learning institution of his/her choice.