Summary of how this person interacts with schools and/or students
Delegate Levi is one of the main legislators who make laws regarding schools. She also represents a district in Prince George’s County. According to her, she is actually involved in Prince George’s County schools a little bit. She also inspired a couple of students in her job field.
Summary of what this person believes about Prince George’s County Schools
Delegate Levi believes that discipline is a big problem in Prince George’s County schools. She believes reducing juvenile crime and truancy can help reduce school discipline problems. Also, she thinks another problem in schools is the lack of teachers. Teachers are usually turned off by or quit because of horrible behavior in schools. She also believes that Prince George’s County schools have sufficient funding.
Quotes about Schools
“Increasing the SAT scores wouldn’t increase graduation rates, because most kids drop-out before they get to it.”
“School discipline is huge because it stops and/or cuts learning time.”
“Prince George’s County schools aren’t doing as well as other schools.”
“The changes in the HSA set a mark for students to improve and get better.”
Other Quotes
“State Delegates meet only 90 days a year and vote on over 2,000 bills.”
“I passed a law stating that if you skip too many days of school, you won’t get your permit on time.”
“I’m working on a bill that makes the gang penalties tougher.”
“I’ve been in college for 4 years, and in Law School for 3.”
“I’ve knocked on about 8,000 doors to get people to vote and speak up for themselves, about 4,000 answered.”
