As a parent of a 4th grade student who has great concern over the fact that more than 50 percent of Highline's elementary students cannot pass their state math exams, I must express my surprise and disappointment in Stacie Hawkins, president of the teacher's union, comments to the school board questioning the decision to spend money on improving math education.

The district wants to give teachers better curriculum so our children and, therefore, our teachers will be successful.

Mary Michalson
President
Des Moines Elementary PTSA