United states workers are weak in literacy, very poor in numeracy, but only slightly below average in problem solving, all of these skills are essential in our technology-rich enviroment. United States ranks 17th out of 24 nations in literacy, our ability to write and comprehend text. Numeracy, mathematics, is where we are the weakest, only 8 percent of working age adults are considered above average, our 16- to 20- year olds are ranked last. Younger workers are less skilled than older worker in all three areas. Education is predictably the answer to problem, our high school and college graduation levels are low compared to other affluent nations. One of the most important components of academic success is parental involvement. Hopefully, as we all work together to teach and motivate our children in these key areas, we will have a long-term positive impact on skill level in the United States.