Community Leaders Gather For Vital Discussion on Education Reform

SANTA ANA, Calif., March 6, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- THINK Together, California's largest nonprofit provider of expanded learning time programs, hosted an unprecedented gathering of leaders in government, business, education and the community to commemorate the launch of THINK Together Founder and CEO Randy Barth's new book, "THINK Together: How YOU can play a role in improving education in America," co-authored by former LA Times Reporter Jennifer Delson.  Over 200 people attended the event, which was held on March 5, 2015 at the Lyon Air Museum in Santa Ana, Calif.

Distinguished speakers at the event included Bill Brough, California State Assemblyman (73rd District), Al Mijares, Orange County Superintendent of Schools, Lucy Dunn, President and CEO of the Orange County Business Council, and Chris Schauble, Anchor of KTLA News.

"I wrote this book to spark exactly the kind of conversation we shared last night," said Barth. "Everyone has a role to play in finding solutions to improve education in America -- elected officials, educators, parents and other leaders in every community. It is vital that we get past the superficial debate about education reform, and work together to focus on the many areas of common ground we share for the benefit of future generations."

"If America is going to fulfill its economic potential and rebuild its middle class, a high performing public education system is foundational," added Barth.

Barth's new book, "THINK Together: How YOU can play a role in improving education in America," is available now on Amazon and Kindle. For more information, visit http://thinktogether.org/book/.

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About THINK TogetherTHINK Together is a nonprofit organization collaborating with communities, parents and other stakeholders to transform and galvanize the K-12 educational system, creating excellence and equity for all kids. THINK Together has grown into the state's largest provider of Extended Learning Time programs (early literacy, after-school, summer learning, etc.), currently serving more than 100,000 students at more than 400 locations across 38 school districts from Silicon Valley to San Bernardino. Partnering with school administrators and teachers, its academic programs and dedicated team of nearly 3,000 employees are helping students statewide reach their full potential. THINK is an acronym: Teaching, Helping, Inspiring & Nurturing Kids. For more information, call (888) 485-THINK or visit www.THINKtogether.org www.facebook.com/THINKtogether.

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