Prof David Hursh discusses the privatization issue
The death of the public schools will start in the cities and spread to the suburbs, according to a professor of education at the Univ of Rochester.
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Bipartisan House bill could curb mandatory testing
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A bill has been introduced in the US House that would remove some of the mandatory standardized tests under NCLB. Write to your representative.
2 Md. girls accused of assaulting an autistic boy
By Paul Katula
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2 high school girls have been charged with assault in the bullying and sexual abuse of an autistic boy at their high school.
NY Common Core panel recommends dropping inBloom
By Paul Katula
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Some serious thought has gone into New York education, from a panel of concerned stakeholders, and we think people should listen.
Depriving people of civil rights under color of law
By Paul Katula
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We take a look at Maryland's and Illinois's constitutions in terms of civil rights and the state providing an efficient public education.
A brand new Baltimore school lives up to its billing
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The $1.1 billion facilities plan for Baltimore City Public Schools looks promising if one elementary/middle school is any indication.
Movie review: Particle Fever
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A movie about the discovery at CERN of the Higgs boson is inspiring and reveals that the secret to success is often taking on the next challenge with optimism.
Beware of Yik Yak — anonymous social media
By Paul Katula
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With so many apps and sites that allow kids to remain anonymous while posting potentially hurtful comments, it's not easy to keep up.
Obama seeks to help students apply for college financial aid
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The president announced a program today that would allow HS principals to learn whether seniors at their schools had filled out the FAFSA.
SAT will be changed — again
By Paul Katula
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The SAT will get its first overhaul — since 2005, that is, bringing the exam more in line with what kids learn in high school.