Harris highlights power of local leadership in USA TODAY op-ed

Last modified on May 15, 2025

Christel House International President and CEO David Harris received national attention with his powerful op-ed in USA Today titled “There’s a Formula for Fixing America’s Schools: Think Local.” In the piece, David draws from decades of experience to advocate for community-driven change in education, explaining “True education reform does not begin in Washington, D.C.—it starts in local communities.” David also highlights Indianapolis as a model for transformational change, noting “Indianapolis’ transformation shows that change isn’t just possible, it’s replicable.” He concludes by encouraging local leaders across the country to seize this pivotal moment to chart their own course for education reform based on the principle that the “most durable change is built from the ground up.”

Click here to read the full article on the USA TODAY site.

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