This article discusses a White House proposal that would bring math, science, and engineering professionals into public high schools to teach those subjects, thereby bypassing the "highly qualified" teacher mandate under the No Child Left Behind Act. Education observers consider this merely a temporary solution to easing the shortfall of mathematics and science teachers, and contend that, while an individual may be extremely knowledgeable about a particular subject, he or she may still not be able to impart that knowledge to children. Others, however, see the potential for great benefits from this program, particularly in the area of partnerships with businesses. IBM, for example, has initiated a pilot program offering support to employees who want to get certified to teach math and science. Details of the proposal are in short supply at present. A spokesman for the U.S. Department of Education said last week that it was too early to discuss further details. The spokesman, Chad Colby, said the department will work with Congress on specifics over the coming months.