Americas teachers also have to deal with larger numbers of students with inadequate English language skills. developmental problems. and disabilities. This bill does not adequately address the challenges facing our schools. The bill would stall the progress we have made in improving schools and teacher skills. It kills the Goals 2000 initiative. the Eisenhower Professional Development program. Star Schools. and Migrant Education. Together with the Title I Disadvantaged Education program. these programs constitute the core federal initiative to help schools and school districts assure that all students. particularly the most economically and educationally disadvantaged. have the opportunity to achieve their highest potential. The bill also makes cuts in higher education.