The absence of political leadership in finding bold solutions to the entrenched failure of our school system demands that individuals and philanthropic organizations step up. Credit Michael Bloomberg for doing so when he announced a $750 million commitment to charter schools and said what everyone knows but few will acknowledge: American public education is broken.

Here are four ways for philanthropy and individuals to boldly lead the way:

  1. Track real impact
  2. Find long-term solutions that do not rely on stimulus dollars
  3. Support education alternatives
  4. Promote mentoring – it matters

Read the full article about American public education by Peter Sloane at The 74.