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Counter revolution emerges on education reform
Sentinel School Zone - Orlando SentinelTwo decades into the school “reform” drive that has painted itself as having everyone on board, a strong, nationwide counter-movement has emerged. Diane Ravitch, the grande dame of American education and a research professor of... -
Before conservative activists, Romney touts defense
OXON HILL, Md.--Returning to a public stage for the first time since losing the presidential election, Mitt Romney called on Republicans Friday to put a powerful U.S. military at the top of their agenda. The 2012 Republican nominee had a distrustful...
Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Rick Snyder, Mitt Romney, Nathan Deal, Republican Party
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News that city's population has grown isn't a surprise to residents
As I walk around Baltimore, it has become apparent that the city is on an upward swing. I see more people out on the streets and living in places that once seemed underused or headed for trouble. Streets and places I once considered dangerous are not...
Tags: Mount Vernon, Schools, Baltimore County, Section 8 (housing), Patterson Park
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Charter schools “outpace” traditional schools, DOE report shows (also enroll fewer poor kids, kids learning English or kids with disabilities)
Sentinel School Zone - Orlando SentinelStudents in Florida's charter schools “outpace” those in traditional public schools on state tests, according to the Florida Department of Education's annual report on charter achievement released today. Students in Florida's charters... -
Give parents a choice
As a parent of a Noble Charter School scholar, I want to express my gratification of having a choice. During my scholar’s eighth-grade year, I felt I was applying for college in seeking the best education possible. Upon reviewing and investigating...Tags: Schools, High Schools
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Parent trigger bill to get first hearing in House
Sentinel School Zone - Orlando SentinelThe controversial “parent trigger” bill will get its first legislative debate of 2013 in the House's choice & innovation subcommittee today. The bill (and its identical Senate version) would give parents more say in the fate of a failing... -
49th Ward residents ask alderman to oppose charter schools
Tribune reporterHundreds of North Side residents are asking their alderman, Joe Moore, to publicly oppose the opening of future charter schools in Chicago's 49th ward. On Sunday night, the residents gathered at the Willye White Field House to discuss several issues,...Tags: Credit and Debt, Elementary Schools, Schools, Education, Students
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Dawn Turner Trice: Dance instructor takes steps to overcome illness
You might find Cescily Washington teaching a dance class at a Chicago public school, standing before her young students dressed in her black leotard with her hair pulled back into a bun. Other times she's preparing for upcoming events, such as the North...
Tags: Chicago Tribune Columnists, Arts and Culture, Entertainment, Schools, Students
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In 'Hoodwinked,' Laurel filmmaker challenges statistics on black men
On Capitol Hill, in African-American churches and at historically black colleges and universities, people are talking about a documentary film that challenges negative reports and statistics regarding blacks, especially black men. "Hoodwinked," produced...
Tags: Education, Students, Bowie, Prisons, Prince George's County
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Sinfonietta reaches out to city's Latino community with new concert series
The Chicago Sinfonietta, long a national model for promoting diversity and inclusiveness in orchestral performance, is reaching out to whet the cultural appetite of the city's Latino community with a promising new series of concerts in various venues on...
Tags: Arts and Culture, Chicago Children's Choir, Customs and Tradition, Entertainment, Religious Festivals
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Florida ranks high for being charter school friendly
A recent report by the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools found Florida is among the top of the list for states that have strong charter laws friendly to charter school growth. Florida ranked fifth behind Minnesota who ranked first. Meanwhile,...Tags: Schools
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Florida ranks 2nd in “parent power” index done by charter school/reform group
Sentinel School Zone - Orlando SentinelFlorida ranks second in the nation when it comes to giving parents access to “quality educational options” and to “good information to make smart decisions about their children’s education.” A new Parent Power Index ranks...
Mar 8, 2013
| Orlando Sentinel
Mar 15, 2013
|Story| Los Angeles Times
Mar 15, 2013
|Column| Baltimore Sun
Mar 7, 2013
| Orlando Sentinel
Feb 18, 2013
|Story| Chicago Tribune
Mar 7, 2013
| Orlando Sentinel
Mar 11, 2013
|Story| Chicago Tribune
Jan 14, 2013
|Column| Chicago Tribune
Jan 31, 2013
|Story| Baltimore Sun
Dec 11, 2012
|Column| Chicago Tribune
Jan 29, 2013
|Story| South Florida Sun-Sentinel
Jan 22, 2013
| Orlando Sentinel
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