Policy & Regulation: Page 153
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Speedo e-mail behind Pa. education secretary's resignation
William Harner's contract as superintendent in Cumberland Valley was reportedly not set to be renewed prior to his appointment as state schools chief.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 27, 2013 -
New York City puts Common Core test scores online
An audit found that many teacher and administrators don't use the database now open to parents.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 26, 2013 -
Fla. Gov. Rick Scott calls education summit following tumultuous summer
The state has seen the resignation of its schools chief and the implementation of a school grade "safety net" in recent months.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 23, 2013 -
Deep Dive
5 ways Common Core could impact higher ed
If the new academic standards for high school succeed, college could look very different.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 22, 2013 -
Active students get better grades, report finds
Recreation time may boost test scores, but recess often gets cut to make way for more class.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 21, 2013 -
Polls show mixed views for education reforms
Student testing is OK with many parents, but tying teacher pay to the results gets a cooler reception.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 21, 2013 -
Judge denies Chicago parents' request to block school closings
The city announced the closure of 50 public schools—the largest closing in the nation—in May.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 16, 2013 -
Common Core off to rocky start
The new academic standards are facing obstacles in statehouses and in classrooms.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 16, 2013 -
Washington State told its 'No Child Left Behind' waiver at risk
The U.S. Department of Education says the state's teacher evaluation system does not meet standards.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 16, 2013 -
Philadelphia will borrow $50M to open schools Sept. 9
Mayor Michael Nutter announced Thursday that the loans were necessary to "avoid this disaster."
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 15, 2013 -
New York City taking closer look at teacher colleges
The mayor wants to see which schools turn out teachers who increase test scores.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 15, 2013 -
How Common Core is changing math instruction
Homework won't be the same as new standards roll out.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 14, 2013 -
Arizona requiring financial literacy in K-12
The state joins 24 others in mandating some type of money education.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 14, 2013 -
Can Philadelphia's schools afford to open their doors this fall?
Without $50 million, the city's public schools may not open as scheduled in Sept.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 13, 2013 -
Deep Dive
E-rate reform: Is it what schools really need right now?
A Monday media briefing by consultancy firm Funds For Learning focused on the FCC's pending reform of the program.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 12, 2013 -
Study shows positive correlation between blended learning and test scores
Students in classes utilizing algebra software showed improved test scores after one year.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 12, 2013 -
Jeb Bush defends Common Core, school-choice initiatives at ALEC conference
The potential 2016 Republican presidential nominee had a lot to say when it came to America's schools.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 9, 2013 -
30 states already teach some Common Core
Of the 46 states that have adopted the standards, many are already using them in some places.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 9, 2013 -
N.Y. test scores see dramatic drop under Common Core
Passing rates were cut in half by the more rigorous standards.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 7, 2013 -
What could the U.S. learn about education from South Korea?
One of our closest allies is also one of the world's greatest academic superpowers.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 5, 2013 -
Has Teach for America strayed from its core mission?
The organization faces growing criticism over its policy stance and efforts seen as harmful to teachers unions.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 5, 2013 -
Senators unveil bill to boost K-12 computer science education
The bipartisan bill would adjust federal education policies to provide more support for computer science in the K-12 education system.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 1, 2013 -
Bennett resigns as Fla. education commissioner
His resignation comes amid controversy dating back to his time as Indiana's schools chief.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 1, 2013 -
Fla. Gov. Rick Scott defends Bennett amid Ind. grade scandal
Some state lawmakers are calling for the Fla. education commissioner to resign.
By Roger Riddell • July 31, 2013 -
Did Bennett change Ind. grading system to improve donor's ranking?
E-mails revealed in an Associated Press story reveal the former Indiana education chief's attempts to raise the grade of a donor's school from a "C" to an "A."
By Roger Riddell • July 30, 2013
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