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February 29, 2008
February 29, 2008
Study Finds Disparity in Civics Classes
New York Times, NY, February 29, 2008
Among other things, their analysis determined that students in wealthier districts were twice as likely to study how laws are made, and about as likely to participate in school-sanctioned community service activities.
Teacher-Pay Model Not Seen as Promising at Secondary Level
Education Week, MD, February 28, 2008
A leading model for professionalizing teaching and changing the way teachers are paid shows mixed capacity for raising student test scores...
Anti-Teacher Charges Untrue, Don't Help
Rocky Mountain News, CO, February 29, 2008
We understand Moloney's frustration, but find that blaming the Denver Classroom Teachers Association specifically and teachers unions in general, as the major impediments to school reform, is counterproductive and simply not true.
Thinking Right: Tax Swaps; Dumb Fixes; Drought
Atlanta Journal Constitution, GA, February 29, 2008
One area where Republicans under the Gold Dome promise to make important strides is education.
Virtual Schools Work For Some Families
New Richmond News, WI, February 29, 2008
We, as a family, had high expectations the politicians on this day would act like adults and come together on a compromise promoting this highly effective form of education.
School Spotlight: The Gary And Jerri-Ann Jacobs High Tech High
San Diego Union Tribune, CA, February 28, 2008
In 2000, High Tech High school opened its doors as a single charter school, the genesis of a coalition of San Diego business leaders and educators.
