High school dropout rate threatens the economic recovery , Obama says . As a consequence , the administration claims , the country loses almost $ 320 billion in potential earnings every year . Administration has committed $ 3.5 billion to help struggling schools , he says . Obama says underperforming teachers need to be replaced . He calls for more federal funding and parental involvement .
High school dropout rate threatens the economic recovery , Obama says . Administration has committed $ 3.5 billion to help struggling schools , he says . Obama says underperforming teachers need to be replaced . He calls for more federal funding and parental involvement .