A 1st-grade test that deserves a better writer than me
I <em>almost</em> couldn't help myself but draw a connection between highly effective writing and a 1st-grade test that just blew my mind on so many levels.
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Paul Katula
Paul Katula is the executive editor of the Voxitatis Research Foundation, which publishes this blog. For more information, see the About page.
Stories by Paul Katula
Common Core makes for some lively debates in algebra
By Paul Katula
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Some classrooms in Highland Park and Deerfield, Ill., are finding that the Common Core has encouraged some vigorous debate among students—about inequalities, for instance.
Round 1 upsets: Downers Grove North, Wheaton South
By Paul Katula
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Our mathematical model doesn't usually predict games very well during the IL football playoffs, because some teams produce at a higher level than they did in the regular season.
132 Catholic scholars sign letter opposing Common Core
By Paul Katula
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Led by a Notre Dame law professor, several Catholic scholars have signed on to a letter directed at US bishops, especially those whose dioceses have adopted the Common Core.
Block scheduling in high school vs. 7-period days
By Paul Katula
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Baltimore County high schools will be switching to a mandatory eight-class year for 2014-15, and we take a look at some of the pros and cons of A/B block scheduling.
Popcorn kernels & the Common Core expand in Montana
By Paul Katula
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Creativity abounds in at least one school that is implementing the Common Core, but objections that the standards limit creativity on the part of teachers are understandable.
Data show a cyberbullying decrease, but it still happens
By Paul Katula
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Cyberbullying is down nationwide, mainly due to more awareness and kids who are reaching out, but 2 girls in FL were charged with felonies and 11 MD students were punished for cyberbullying.
Drug myths dispelled for Baltimore high schoolers
By Paul Katula
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Some high school students from Baltimore City heard a sincere and inspiring message to stay off drugs from the mother of a U Md. basketball player who died of a cocaine overdose.
School staffer suspected of selling weed-laced cookies
By Paul Katula
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A man who is suspected of selling cookies laced with marijuana at a Baltimore school was arrested because he had a .38-caliber revolver in his home.
Students selected to the US Army All-American team
By Paul Katula
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We extend our congratulations to four marching band members and five football players from Illinois and Maryland, selected for the US Army All-American Bowl on Jan 4.