High school dropout rate threatens U.S. economic future , Obama says . As a consequence , the administration claims , the country loses almost $ 320 billion in potential earnings every year . The president said the United States needs to focus on getting more people into college and making sure they graduate with skills that will help them find jobs in a tough economy. 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 . The president said the United States needs to focus on getting more people into college and making sure they graduate with skills that will help them find jobs in a tough economy. Obama says underperforming teachers need to be replaced . He calls for more federal funding and parental involvement .