Attain Quote by Bobby Jindal
“It's time to update traditional public schools, charter schools, home schools, online schools and parochial schools. Let the dollars follow the child instead of forcing the child to follow the dollars, so that every child has the opportunity to attain an education.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Education Reform Address, 2015
Advocates reallocating education funding based on student needs rather than institutional structures.
In simple terms: Funding should follow the child.
Key Takeaway
Support flexible, student‑centered funding models.
Themes
education reform
equity
funding
choice
Mood
optimistic
determined
Type
policy
advocational
When to use this quote
- school districts
- charter schools
- homeschool families
- online platforms
Key Concepts
public policy
economics
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How would you design a funding formula that rewards student outcomes?
- What safeguards ensure funds reach the intended students?
A Different Perspective
Political resistance and budget constraints may impede implementation.
