As predicted, bottom drops out on N.Y.'s state tests
Our analysis reveals possible problems with the test design in New York, and we are concerned with alignment to the Common Core.
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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
Sitting en banc, 3d Circuit allows ‘i ♥ boobies’ bracelets
By Paul Katula
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Two middle school students who were suspended for wearing "i ♥ boobies" bracelets won their appeal to the Third Circuit on free speech grounds.
Ark. AG says schools can't arm staff with guns
By Paul Katula
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Current Arkansas law may not allow schools to train teachers and arm them as security guards, according to the state's attorney general. But that could change.
Ky. AG asks Supreme Court to review Miranda in schools
By Paul Katula
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Upon questioning in front of an SRO, also a sworn police officer, should a student be informed of his right to remain silent and have an attorney prior to giving any answers? It depends on the state.
Math classes gain relevance with a San Fran program
By Paul Katula
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Making math relevant for middle school students is a tall order, but with the help of engineers from leading companies, some teachers in San Francisco are finding a way.
Student newspaper produced at summer writing camp
By Paul Katula
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A summer writing camp in St Louis means kids get to see their hard work pays off when it comes to producing an actual newspaper.
ACT, SAT, and again, fills junior year with test prep
By Paul Katula
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Testing and more testing for college is what high school juniors face. Some of them can't handle the stress, and sometimes, that stress is blown out of proportion.
5 days/week × 5 weeks in summer, but BELL is different
By Paul Katula
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A summer school program that instills confidence in middle school students who have been held back a grade has seen some success in Baltimore in the last 3 years.
Fla. ed. commissioner resigns after cheating scandal
By Paul Katula
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Tony Bennett has resigned his post as Florida's education commissioner following reports of a school grade-changing scandal in Indiana.
In bipartisan moment, Congress passes student loan bill
By Paul Katula
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The House passed the student loan bill with what can only be described as a strong bipartisan majority, sending the bill to the president for his certain signature.