Education And Workforce Development
Congresswoman Emilia Strong Sykes believes every student should have access to quality public education, regardless of zip code, ability, or special needs. She supports implementing a holistic approach to education that focuses on access to quality public options from pre-K through secondary higher education and promotes robust, skills-based training programs. Congresswoman Sykes is committed to ensuring higher education is affordable, so future generations aren’t graduating burdened with student loan debt. In Congress, she is working to implement policies that create opportunities for any path Americans choose after their K-12 education. Additionally, Congresswoman Emilia Strong Sykes believes we must also expose students to careers in trades and technical areas – skills that are crucial to building a flourishing economy.