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 .
High school dropout rate threatens U.S. economic future , 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 .