To increase significantly the math, science, and
     communication, problem-solving and technical
     achievement and the application of learning for all
     students to the national average of all students.

To blend the essential content of traditional
      college preparatory studies--mathematics, science,
      and language arts--with quality career/technical and
      technical studies by creating conditions that
      support school leaders and teachers in carrying out
      certain key practices.

To advance state and local policies and leadership
      initiatives necessary to sustain a continuous
      school-improvement effort.