PEN and its members see a vital link between the quality of public education and the quality of life in a democratic society. They look to public engagement as the basis of education reform.

National Strategy, Local Action
PEN advocates for significant improvement in public education through our network of members in communities across America and through our national public engagement initiatives in standards and accountability, schools and community, and teacher quality.

PEN and its members serve as catalysts for change, bringing community voice into local, state, and national debates on quality public education.

Powering an Education Agenda
Through a wealth of resources, publications, and partnerships, we share the knowledge, best practices, and real-world experiences of our LEF members—from small rural communities in the South to large urban metroplexes in the Northeast—with policymakers, the education community, and the public. Our work supports a creative exchange of ideas centered on a common goal: making quality public education a top priority in every community, for every child.