Moms Talk: Paying Teachers and Schools to Perform

Gov. Rick Snyder unveiled his education reform proposal for the state of Michigan this morning. The proposal included, among other things, adding a merit-based pay system for educators and schools.

According to a recent Detroit News article, "Snyder wants to move to a system in which teachers who excel would be eligible for more pay and other rewards to encourage them to keep teaching instead of moving into higher-paid jobs in school administration."

In his special message issued on Education reform earlier today, Snyder said: "In my 2013 budget message, I will be proposing that school districts receive a bonus beyond the per pupil state foundation allowance for demonstrating student growth in reading, math and other MDE selected subjects. This funding should be allocated to districts for students who show an average of at least one year of growth per year of instruction."

How do you feel about paying your child's teachers and school based on their performance?