Baltimore’s Next Mayor: 13 Democrats Who Want the Job, and What School Challenges Await Them
In the upcoming local and state level elections this November, education will be a crucial factor. The primary winner for the position of mayor in …
California Implements Later School Start Time, Other States Considering
California Implements Later School Start Time, Other States Considering
California middle and high schools have recently implemented a state law that mandates a later start to the academic day. This law, which is now being considered in New Jersey, New …
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64% Of Top Districts To Hold Virtual Academies This Fall, Option May Entice Families As Delta Variant Concerns Mount
64% of Top Districts to Hold Virtual Academies this Fall, Option May Entice Families as Delta Variant Concerns Mount
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Spending Plan For 2002 Laden With ‘Earmarks’
The "Goth culture" in Blue Springs, Missouri may face challenging times due to the efforts of Representative Sam Graves, a Republican who represents the Kansas City suburb. The Department of Education’s fiscal 2002 budget has allocated $273,000 to the Blue …
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Reagan And Congress Poised To Launch War Against Drugs
Growing concerns among the public regarding the highly addictive cocaine derivative called "crack," the upcoming school year, and the approach of midterm elections have resulted in a strong emphasis on drug abuse prevention for both the President and the Congress. …
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Learning Where They Teach
The educational backgrounds of teachers at a group of sibling charter schools in this area are diverse and defy simple categorization. For example, Alfred R. Solis studied mechanical engineering in college and worked in the private sector for approximately six …
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Emerging Themes At NEA: ‘Toxic Testing’ And Union Threats
The budget hearing of the National Education Association has already taken place, revealing a decrease in membership numbers. However, the Representative Assembly will officially begin tomorrow. Nonetheless, certain themes are already emerging at the convention. One of these themes is …
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College-Based High Schools Fill Growing Need
One year ago, Paul McNabb was on the brink of failing high school. He felt like he was just another face in the crowd of 1,300 students on the urban campus he attended. Without any plans for college, he didn’t …
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Aspiring Teachers Take Up Residence
Over the past five years, a group of fresh teachers has been entering some of the most challenging schools in Boston with a clear understanding of what awaits them and the expectations they must meet. This is because they have …
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