Feds threaten to withhold funds from Calif. schools
California wrestles with the notion of not giving students a test that has been made obsolete by the state's adoption of the Common Core. And the feds say they'll withhold certain funding.
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Paul Katula
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Stories by Paul Katula
V J Andrew dedicates marching season to 2012 graduate
By Paul Katula
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An Illinois marching band pays a special, season-long tribute to a former clarinet player from their ranks who died in her sleep while studying music performance at a state university.
IL sitting governor names Paul Vallas as running mate
By Paul Katula
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It was surprising that Gov Quinn of Illinois selected as his running mate Paul Vallas, former Chicago schools CEO, and the leader of school districts in New Orleans, Philly, and Bridgeport, Conn.
NAEP math, reading scores up a little nationwide
By Paul Katula
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The scores on the National Assessment of Educational Progress, known as the "Nation's Report Card" were released last week, and we have a few details to share.
The Martin-Incognito hazing/bullying NFL sideshow
By Paul Katula
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We take a quick look at the hazing and bullying of Jonathan Martin, formerly of the Miami Dolphins, by Richie Incognito. The case has a few possible lines of defense.
Colorado votes against a tax hike to pay for schools
By Paul Katula
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Colorado voters decided not to provide an additional $1 billion for schools through a hike in the state income tax. We thank them for their clear message to the nation.
Home burglary locks down 3 Baltimore-area schools
By Paul Katula
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While police searched for a burglary suspect in northeast Maryland, three schools in the area were placed on lockdown. It was a good move.
Warning: Be vigilant in storing prescription meds
By Paul Katula
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Teens are increasingly turning away from illegal drugs and using prescription pills to get high. Keep the meds away from the kids, please.
Stuyvesant students opt out of baseline state exams
By Paul Katula
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Students at a selective high school in Manhattan decided to opt out of tests that would establish a baseline measurement for teacher evaluations.
IL's Teacher of the Year passes on the inspiration
By Paul Katula
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We asked Pam Reilly, the 2014 Illinois Teacher of the Year, a few questions about teaching and the reasons she has followed the profession.