Too many Brockton students are being pushed from grade to grade without mastering reading, writing, or math. That’s not education — that’s a cover-up. Stephen Pina’s Raising the Standards plan demands real benchmarks, evidence-based teaching, and full transparency so every child is prepared to succeed.
After reviewing the evidence, I now support extending early childhood education starting at age three. Research shows that children in quality programs achieve stronger literacy, math, and life outcomes. Brockton families deserve this investment — because prevention beats remediation, and every child deserves a head start toward success.
Artificial Intelligence is making its way into classrooms nationwide, but will it help or hurt Brockton’s students? Stephen Pina lays out his position: AI can track literacy, improve fiscal accountability, and prepare students for the future—but it must never replace teachers, erode discipline, or undermine parental rights.