Common Core Support Gets Pam Stewart Cheers From Florida TaxWatch

Dominic Calabro, the president and CEO of Florida TaxWatch, cheered the news that Pam Stewart will be taking over as Florida education commissioner on Wednesday and he pointed to their shared support of Common Core standards as one of the reasons why.

"Florida TaxWatch congratulates Pam Stewart for being named the commissioner of education. We look forward to seeing the impact of Florida's higher standards on student achievement and readiness under her leadership, Calabro said. "Florida TaxWatch research has consistently supported increased accountability measures for Florida's schools and implementation of the Common Core State Standards. It is clear that Commissioner Stewart shares our values of accountability for taxpayers' investments in education and is committed to serving the people of Florida.

"Commissioner Stewart has clearly demonstrated her dedication to Florida students and taxpayers and her strong leadership will continue to advance the necessary reforms to Florida's education system, Calabro added.