State Education Commissioner discusses common core concerns with parents

AMHERST, N.Y. (WIVB) – The State Education Commissioner welcomed students back to school at the Sweet Home School District in Amherst Wednesday morning.
MaryEllen Elia sat down with parents and faculty to listen to any concerns they have about the new school year.
Elia said it’s important to her to do so because it takes teamwork to ensure students are successful.
Parents took the time to voice their concerns about common core.
“They are moving away from a well-rounded curricul