Proposed bill looks to make changes to education system | Parents & kids

Can charter schools and teacher training fix Washington's education system?

That's the question being asked by lawmakers right now.

These are both controversial - but supporters say they're overdue - especially with the state supreme court ruling that the state must do more for basic education.

Representative Bruce Dammier, (R)-Puyallup, says the bill he co-sponsors would bring new reforms when it comes to teacher training, including evaluation and assignment.

A second bill would offer education alternatives for Washington State which would open the door for charter schools. Dammier says these concepts have bipartisan support - but admits the teachers union may not like some provisions.