Take Action Checklist

There is no single solution to fixing our education system, but there are steps you can take to help ensure that every child gets a great education.

Show the film to your family and friends! We have all of tips and tools you'll need in our DVD House Party Guide. If you are interested in organizing a public screening of WAITING FOR “SUPERMAN” please contact Swank Motion Pictures at (800) 876-5577 or bnelson@swank.com.

Our education system is not only deeply troubled; it’s headed in the wrong direction. But we know what works. We need longer school days, challenging curricula and teaching based on student needs. We also need to remove barriers to different, proven school models. Write your elected officials and demand we have great schools.

To ensure a great teacher in every classroom, contact your school board and ask them to support and reward great teachers. Find your city to send a letter directly to your school board.

To better prepare our students for success in college and the workforce, your governor must implement the Common Core Standards in your state. These standards define the knowledge and skills students should have within their K-12 education career to give them a world-class education. Send your governor a letter today.

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You can't change education nationally without acting locally. Get involved in your city, and learn what you can do to make a difference. Find your city now.

Helping a school helps your community. Find volunteer and mentoring opportunities near you.

The average teacher spends over $350 a year out of pocket on school supplies! Help a teacher out by funding a classroom project at DonorsChoose.org.

Every successful social movement involves the energy and dedication of youth. Improving public schools is no different. If you're a current college student, bringing a chapter of Students for Education Reform to your school can help you raise awareness across your campus and empower your peers to be strong advocates of educational equality.

You may have struggling schools right in your neighborhood and not even know it. Find local schools on GreatSchools.org, and see how they compare.

Nearly everyone agrees that the U.S. public education system needs change, but the methods to do so are consistently debated. Share your opinion and learn from others.