State Superintendent Candidates Spar Over Common Core

State Superintendent candidates Tony Evers, John Humphries, and Lowell Holtz all issued statements today regarding the Common Core curriculum standards.

Both Humphries and Holtz called for repeal of the standards.

Holtz is calling for the immediate elimination of Common Core and discontinuation of the current Forward exam. Humphries released a statement saying he has a two-year plan to transition from Common Core to new Wisconsin-specific standards.

The Evers campaign criticized Humphries for changing his position on Common Core after previously testifying in favor of the standards.

Tony Evers Campaign: Despite previously supporting and testifying in favor of Common Core, today John P. Humphries rolled out his plan to replace it.

John Humphries Campaign: Calls for stronger standards to replace Common Core.

Lowell Holtz Campaign: Outlines plans to immediately eliminate Common Core in Wisconsin.