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Better education, better businesses – Washington State Gov. Gregoire leads effort to improve work force

More businesslike evaluations for teachers. Better coordination between community colleges and universities. Improved communication between universities and businesses. And a more streamlined process for certifying industry retirees interested in teaching math and science.

Those were some of the ideas floated yesterday during a University of Washington conference focused on changing the state’s education system to produce graduates better suited to the needs of employers in a technology-focused economy.

Gov. Christine Gregoire, speaking during the conference, described her recent series of meetings at the Paris Air Show with aerospace suppliers, some of them already in the state and others considering putting operations here. She said each of them asked about the quality and direction of education in the state.

In recent weeks, Gregoire said, she also has been in "constant contact" with other employers considering relocating to the state. She didn’t name the companies but said the state’s education system and labor pool are key factors they’re considering.

By TODD BISHOP
SEATTLE POST-INTELLIGENCER REPORTER

Full Story: http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/business/232140_techjobs12.html

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