The Calais School was recently consulted on the national dialogue on Common Core standards. Fox Business News sought out School Principal Dr. Diane Manno, Assistant Principal Steve Sokolewicz  and Executive Director David Leitner to share their thoughts on the national debate.

Calais implemented the Common Core curriculum in 2009 with positive results. Dr. Manno stated, “The parents that we have want their children to be challenged academically and they are pleased that we are following the state rules and requirements.”  Though private schools can choose whether or not to follow the Common Core curriculum, its guidelines provide academic continuity when a student changes schools and help to implement a well-rounded education.

Read the story here: Common Core Divides Private Schools