Daily Clips for July 22, 2009
NATIONAL
Bill Gates: Better Data Mean Better Schools
Associated Press, July 21, 2009
The U.S. must improve its educational standing in the world by rewarding effective teaching and by developing better, universal measures of performance for students and teachers, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates said Tuesday.
FROM THE STATES
CALIFORNIA
Could Parents’ Screams Jolt L.A. Unified Into Action?
Los Angeles Times, CA, July 22, 2009
The world’s gone mad, no doubt. But shenanigans of this variety are so common, most people just shrug. That’s why I’d like to call attention to some parents who are ticked off about the state of public education, but instead of shrugging, they’re screaming.
INDIANA
IPS Needs To Turn Talk Into Results
Indianapolis Star, IN, July 22, 2009
A fascinating report set for release today should help reshape the debate over education reform within Indianapolis Public Schools. It also should give Superintendent Eugene White more of the muscle needed to make the changes to teacher staffing rules he insists he wants.
MASSACHUSSETTS
Menino, Teachers Union Grow Further Apart
Boston Globe, MA, July 22, 2009
When Mayor Thomas M. Menino of Boston announced his support of charter schools last month after years of opposition, he lauded their ability to attract and retain top-notch teachers, tailor lessons to students’ needs, and create flexible workplace rules.
MICHIGAN
Charter Schools Get Green Light To Come to Detroit
Detroit News, MI, July 22, 2009
State Attorney General Mike Cox opened the door to greater school opportunities for Detroit children Monday by allowing more charter schools in the city. This is the right move for Motown’s children.
MISSOURI
Charter Cap Hurts Our Kids
Columbia Daily Tribune, MO, July 21, 2009
The geographic restriction regarding charter public schools in Missouri might seriously limit the state’s chance to access a portion of the $4 billion Race to the Top Fund set for initial distribution this year. Charter schools now are only allowed to operate and enroll students in the Kansas City school district and the city of St. Louis.
NORTH CAROLINA
Battle Over Charter Schools, Money
abc11, NC, July 22, 2009
Many wonder if North Carolina would really pass up tens of millions of dollars, because law-makers and some education groups don’t want to allow more charter schools.
VIRGINIA
Bill Would Give Vouchers For Better SchoolsMarine Corps Times, VA, July 21, 2009
A key senator has come up with a proposal to subsidize attendance at private or charter schools for military dependents.
