“I think it is a realistic goal for regular education, but not for special education.”

— Anja Ford, bank teller, Emporia

“I don't know if it is realistic right away, but it is possible if they start a new program when the kids are in kindergarten. Then they can achieve that goal.”

— Liz Bennett, homemaker, Lawrence

“I think it's unrealistic. I think it's a good goal, but not a practical one.”

— Paula Koch, pharmacist, Lawrence

“No, because all kids develop at a different level.”

— Marty Gish, wholesale coffee distributor, Topeka