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The primary purpose of this book is to inform parents of the true nature of the current educational climate, of their rights within the system, and to empower them to opt out of the Common Core assessment process. This book provides parents with a historical perspective on the evolution of the Common Core initiative and the high stakes testing environment. It describes in detail reasons why parents should be extremely fearful of the impact that Race to the Top and Common Core are having on their children's future. The text cites both the letter of law and legal precedence for this claim via the US Constitution, federal law, and rulings of the US Supreme Court. Further, it provides step-by-step directions for parents wishing to have their children opt out of (or refuse participation in) the Common Core testing program. It equips parents with the tools to meet resistance at all levels with relevant documents, citations to specific educational laws, researched-based facts, and insights into expected outcomes due to the Common Core. Straw arguments are exposed and coherent rebuttals are provided to dispel the false assertions of those who support the federal appropriation of American education. Further, the final chapter provides guidelines for community organizing around this issue, as well as material support for parents and community members wishing to take action.

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Gus Winds has been an educator for fourteen years. He is a multiple time Fulbright scholar and a graduate of Columbia University. With two master's degrees and a background in computer science, Winds has taught in both poor urban neighborhoods and affluent universities. Furthermore, Winds has worked extensively in educational finance, law, and public policy. His book The Common Core Opt Out is a based on his personal professional experience in America's largest school system. Read more at www.optoutcommoncore.com.

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