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Direct linkWatson, Terri N.; Brown, Kathleen M. – Journal of School Public Relations, 2010
Florida's decision to equate a GED to a high school diploma undermines the attempt of No Child Left Behind to close the achievement gap, while infringing on the public's trust. Public trust fosters a culture of systemic equity and social justice, which are necessary for academic excellence (Byrk & Schneider, 2003). Florida's code of ethics for…
Descriptors: Social Justice, High Schools, Trust (Psychology), Graduation Rate
