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Local school leaders put their heads together on teacher evaluations

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Jan 31, 11:05 AM:

Explains teacher evaluations using test scores, but not the dire need for them or what should happen after poor evaluations. The elephant in the room is teacher tenure, using evaluations to improve teacher performance.

The city's charter schools demand accountability

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Jan 31, 10:55 AM:

Commentary is notable for its insistence on having charters meet high standards. News media should provide links to access test scores posted by all K-12 schools. The results are there; let's use them.

Cumberland schools won't get more money from county

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Jan 31, 10:43 AM:

Cumberland County officials are posied to give the budget axe to local schools, with the courtesy of wanting to tell school leaders sooner than later. But, what's this about $30 million in unspent reserves? Raise your hand if >

Cumberland schools won't get more money from county

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Jan 31, 10:43 AM:

Cumberland County officials are posied to give the budget axe to local schools, with the courtesy of wanting to tell school leaders sooner than later. But, what's this about $30 million in unspent reserves? Raise your hand if >

National City schools prepare for strike amid budget, economic troubles

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Jan 31, 10:23 AM:

Talk about covering all the bases. All views are covered -- and uncovered -- of the district-union breakdown in National City. Included: The poignant quote from a parent who only wants "positive decision making" so their child >

Philanthropy group's CMS plan promising

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Jan 31, 10:19 AM:

Great that philanthropy group wants to help westside Charlotte schools with project L.I.F.T., but why did group chose efforts such as wrap-around services to uplift students since similar efforts already exist?

Possible move to increase class size would save money for school districts | abc13.com

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Jan 28, 1:34 PM:

This article argues against the Houston School District’s move to save money by lifting caps on class size to save money. It repeats an often-made point -- small classes are better -- but is that the only issue here? How about >

Trapped kids need to get a fair shake

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Jan 28, 12:45 PM:

Great cost comparison showing how Buffalo could be getting more bang for its buck with a public boarding school. Only option though? What is Buffalo doing to uplift students in “gritty, urban neighborhoods”?

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Jan 28, 12:15 PM:

Anyone who has been around middle school students is likely to tell you they need an outlet to release energy. Yes, CMS are strapped for cash, but can other cuts be considered that don't directly affect students?

School chief: Changes coming

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Jan 28, 11:46 AM:

Briefly mentions some minor improvements teachers could make, and teacher evaluations, but not core issues they could improve upon, and omits measures like school choice altogether.

Charter school soccer girls soar | news-press.com | The News-Press

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Jan 28, 11:30 AM:

Charter schools are winning at sports. How are they doing academically? That would have made this a more complete--and educational--story. How is the school scoring against publics in the area?

School choice forum tonight in Mason

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Jan 28, 11:19 AM:

Provides good, albeit short, coverage of what charter schools can provide. Would be interesting to see discussion of charter school performance and public school performance.

Opinions cite bias of Montgomery board members, violation of system regulations

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Jan 26, 3:04 PM:

Gazette exposes school board's lack of transparency. If decisions are made without rationale, the public needs to know! Especially when it comes to students!

White: My changes final

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Jan 26, 2:55 PM:

What progress, if any, had the high schools made under the principals who are being sent to other schools? Do they deserve to be given new schools? These questions need to be examined.

Local sixth graders earn accolades for Future City designs

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Jan 26, 2:40 PM:

School work can be serious and fun! Results of contest show charters and public schools can compete.

WTTE FOX 28 - Class Notes - Teacher Jobs Could Get Ax in Pickerington

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Jan 26, 1:22 PM:

Same old story- cut jobs to reduce debt. Superintendent Dr. Karen Mantia touts proportional cuts, but does proportional translate into what is best for students? Taxpayers and worried parents want to know!

Chamber to Look at Winter Haven Schools

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Jan 26, 12:59 PM:

Short article on the need for evaluation of Winter Haven's schools. Reporter mentions economic expansion but does not explain how it will influence schools or why this town in particular is selected by Chamber of Commerce. >

Related: St. Louis schools, teachers union to work together on new initiatives

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Jan 26, 12:50 PM:

Coverage of a school meeting gives a picture of how unions and charter school advocates can work together, more or less. Charter schoolteachers joining unions? Overall, more note taking than reporting here.

Tiffin eyes school levy, cuts

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Jan 26, 12:41 PM:

Reveals revamps due to deficit without mentioning how revamps will affect students. Are these changes driven to help students or merely balance the budget?

Carroll looks to cut costs

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Jan 26, 12:27 PM:

Doesn't mention other methods for cutting costs. Among those are ending teacher tenure, expanding school choice and paying teachers for performance. Are the cuts mentioned beneficial to children?

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