A famous philosopher once said, "Education is the key to success and without it you will fail". I would like to go a step further and say that a successful school system is the foundation for excellent leadership, productive living, and the catalyst for growth in the community and business world. The best of the best would be attracted to our city, thus enhancing our resources, opportunities, economy and in essence the quality of life. As I have said on many occasions, the level of success of the school system equates with the level of success in the community at large because one cannot be successful without the other. This is why it is so important that we have a top notch school system in the city of Birmingham. Please give me your thoughts on this matter.