A top S.D. teacher picked to represent state... Nov 6, 2009
"She demonstrates an unparalleled passion and commitment to her students and school community that extends beyond the school day and the school yard," state Superintendent of Public Education Jack O'Connell said in a prepared statement. Melanie Tolan of Sarah Anthony School in San Diego also was named a California Teacher of the Year. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Real funding for virtual schools? Nov 6, 2009
Representatives of five would-be virtual charter schools will file into the administrative towers of the Georgia Department of Education today to pitch their brand of public education, which lets students study at home computers in their pajamas ... Nationally, some states have accused management companies overseeing virtual charter schools of looking to make money off of public education. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
School administration dealswith coach and principal student Nov 6, 2009
I am here to address you as members of the school board because it is your responsibility to hold the employees of the district accountable for behavior that is destructive to the purposes of public education. Refusing to allow the head basketball coach to attend tryouts at the mid-school is like saying that the principal at the mid-school can't go and see what is going on at the elementary schools. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Melrose League of Women Voters: 60 years of voter education and advocacy Nov 6, 2009
It really evolved to be about public education. Other areas where the Melrose LWV has been instrumental in bringing change to the city include the cleanup of Ell Pond, hiring a qualified city planner, encouraging citywide recycling and the establishment of the Human Rights Commission. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Reward students for work ethic Nov 6, 2009
Also, don't forget to be thankful for those who make your public education possible. " JoninHouston wrote on Nov 5, 2009 12:25 PM:" Scholarship. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Groups to rally to end furloughs Nov 6, 2009
Parent groups are organizing a rally tomorrow urging state legislators to fund public education and restore the 17 school days eliminated to meet budget cuts ... Parent groups are organizing a rally tomorrow urging state legislators to fund public education and restore the 17 school days eliminated to meet budget cuts. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Performa 09: Architecture and the City Nov 5, 2009
Presented in collaboration with a consortium of more than 40 arts institutions and 25 curators, as well as a network of public spaces and private venues across the city, Performa 09 will ignite New York City with energy and ideas, acting as a vital think tank bringing audiences together for new performances, exhibitions, broadcasts, screening, installations and public education programs across all disciplines. Performa is a non-profit multidisciplinary arts organization established by... (AbsoluteArts.com)
Oriole Street home hosts haunted house fundraiser for MCPE Nov 5, 2009
The Soucy family hosted a Halloween Haunted House at their Oriole Street home Friday night to aid the Medfield Coalition for Public Education, one of the many E4E fundraisers being held this year in place of the MCPE s annual fund-raiser. The event included a bounce house, haunted house and crafts table, said Scott Soucy. (Medfield Press, MA)
GOP organizes 12-hour online town hall for Thursday Nov 5, 2009
Where does it give the federal govt the right to intervene in public education which is provided by local districts (NCLB). Where does it give the federal govt authority to charge police officers for something they were acquitted of doing in a state court. (TheHill.com)
Former Marblehead Charter School officials admonished by Ethics Commission Nov 5, 2009
The State Ethics Commission Tuesday issued Public Education Letters to former Marblehead Community Charter Public School Head of School Thomas Commeret and former MCCPS Board of Trustees member Robert Erbetta as final resolution to allegations that each had violated the state s conflict-of-interest law, G.L. c. 268A. ... According to the Public Education Letter issued to Commeret, the Commission found that there was reasonable cause to believe that he had violated section 23 of the... (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Election night roundup Nov 5, 2009
Griffie, who has lived in the school district for over 40 years, has said he ran for the seat because of hes interested in quality public education. . (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
The Parenting Place Nov 4, 2009
"The recession is inflicting a further hit, with many states imposing budget cuts that affect child welfare programs. Abuse deaths are up sharply in some areas authorities in Nevada's Clark County, home to Las Vegas, have tallied 37 abuse deaths so far this year, compared to 18 in all of 2008.Every Child Matters is releasing a report Wednesday, a day ahead of the two-day child abuse conference, contending that inadequate resources are stretching state child-protection agencies too thin to... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Govt is committed to return lands to rightful owners Nov 4, 2009
"However, the Ministry would continue to embark on public education on the land policy, land laws and the need for Title Registration," he added. On the forest and wildlife sub-sector, Alhaji Dauda said, to address the dwindling forest and wildlife resources and improve governance issues in the management of the forest and wildlife resources, the Ministry would strengthen public accountability and transparency in official processes and promote participatory and consultative platforms for policy... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Dwight Drake (Dem) Nov 4, 2009
Dwight Drake is an attorney and experienced public servant with a long record of fighting for job creation and improved public education ... Drake also helped lead Choose Children First, a coalition of business leaders, lawmakers, and supporters of public education who came together to defeat 's attempt to drain money away from public schools with a voucher program. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Senator Vincent Sheheen (Dem) Nov 4, 2009
Vincent s commitment to public education stems from the example set by his parents. His father was a small businessman who served as South Carolina s Commissioner of Higher Education. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Vatican protests ruling on crucifixes in Italy Nov 4, 2009
The court said secular, state-run schools must "observe confessional neutrality in the context of public education," where attendance is compulsory. But while it fined the government, the seven-judge panel stopped short of ordering Italy to remove the crucifixes, which are common in Italian public schools. (MSNBC -- International)
Italy Fined for Crucifixes in Schools Nov 4, 2009
The court added that secular, state-run schools must "observe confessional neutrality in the context of public education," where attendance is compulsory. It further rejected Italian legal arguments that the crucifix was somehow a symbol that promoted pluralism. (CBS News)
Court rules crucifixes in Italy violate freedoms Nov 4, 2009
The court said secular, state-run schools must "observe confessional neutrality in the context of public education," where attendance is compulsory. The case was brought by Soile Lautsi, a mother of two who claimed public schools in her northern Italian town refused eight years ago to remove the Roman Catholic symbols from classrooms. (Florida Today)
APA survey: 74% of Atlantans stressed out about the economy Nov 4, 2009
"The good news for the region is that fewer people this year are reporting health concerns, relationships and work, among other things, as significant stressors, said psychologist Dr. Angela Londono-McConnell, the public education coordinator for the . But with more than half of us still so stressed -- that's alarming. When stress is ignored or managed in unhealthy ways, it will most likely lead to further health problems. This is why it's crucial for people to pay attention to their stress... (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Local death linked to E. coli-tainted beef Nov 4, 2009
"It's time to address the gaps in the inspection process and improve recalls and public education, so parents have the information to keep their families safe.". Eric Anderson can be reached at 454-5323 or by e-mail at eanderson@timesunion. (Albany Times Union)
Obama coaxes states to change with school dollars Nov 4, 2009
Obama sees the test score data and charter schools, which are publicly funded but independent of local school boards, as solutions to the problems that plague public education. The national teachers unions disagree. (Albany Times Union)
News analysis: A leader in touch, in gear Nov 4, 2009
Crime and public education, always major issues in big cities, have been managed under Menino. No one has found the silver bullet to solve the problems of urban school systems, and Menino is no exception. (Boston Globe)
Don't blame public education Nov 4, 2009
I've got to start by telling you that I work in public education. Before public education, I spent 20 years in the U. S. Marine Corps, so I've been around the block a few times ... Here we go again; his point: The failure of banks in this country can be tied to the failure of public education, and we can give the banks money but if we don't fix public education the same thing will happen again. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Toy Industry Foundation Launches Virtual Do Good Stuff-a-Thon to Benefit Foster Children Nov 4, 2009
The Foundation currently fulfills its mission through core programs including The Toy Bank, public education initiatives, and grants to organizations whose missions are in line with that of the Toy Industry Foundation. Contact. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Readers Write 11/4 Nov 4, 2009
For the past 10 years, Los Ni;os Primero, Children First has been preparing at-risk Latino children and their parents to participate and reap the benefits of public education. Support programs such as this one so that we can begin to give Latino children the added boost needed to compete academically in the schools. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Paying off our global warming sins Nov 4, 2009
"It's worth the effort to sort out these glitches, because these markets could be very useful in promoting public education about climate change," he says. "Over time, they could grow large enough to accomplish a lot of truly legitimate CO2 reductions. At some point, they could become a very important source of significant reductions.". (Salon)
Gates Foundation on right track with school funding stipulations Nov 4, 2009
Microsoft founder Bill Gates has invested heavily in public education over the years. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation spends about 200 million annually on grants aimed at helping out cash-poor K-12 schools. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Board may be headed back to N.C. Supreme Court Nov 3, 2009
The North Carolina constitution explicitly guarantees the right to a free public education. . (Washington Daily News, NC)
Former acting president at UMW plans to retire UMW Executive Vice President Rick Hurley, who served as acting president for about a year, plans to retire Nov 3, 2009
He said his retirement in May will mark the end of 25 years in Virginia public education. He originally thought he would retire a year earlier, but declines in the stock market prevented it. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Students for hire? It's Take Our Kids To Work Day! Nov 3, 2009
It's Take Our Kids To Work Day. TORONTO, Nov. 3 /CNW/ - More than 300 grade nine students are waking up early to spend a day at the office on this year's Take Our Kids To Work Day at Scotiabank. (Canada Newswire)
Hawaii stimulus funds use draws fire Nov 3, 2009
6 billion in federal stimulus money meant to stabilize public education during the recession ... State lawmakers spread out $157 million in education stimulus money over the two-year budget to help offset cuts to public education ... The federal money was used to offset potentially deeper state spending cuts to public education. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Teacher who spurns fame the real idol Nov 3, 2009
Search brisbanetimes. I get choked up watching children's school choirs sing, or as Dicko put it on Australian Idol, I have a quiet "blub". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Read the 'Journal' transcript Nov 3, 2009
The "Wall Street Journal's Dan Henninger, Jason Riley and Steve Moore, have all been following the races and they join me now. Jason, a referendum on President Obama or not? JASON RILEY, EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBER: Well, these are all places he won pretty handily a year ago, 57 percent of the vote in New Jersey, 53 percent in Virginia. So, yes, I think it's a fair test of whether the Democratic majority he ushered in is sustainable. But it's also a test of whether Republicans can regain some ground... (Fox News)
What will help education Nov 3, 2009
As a teacher, there is little which makes me smile when it comes to public education in the United States, but I have found cause recently to chuckle. Most critics would classify former President George W. Bush as an unabashed free-market proponent, yet his education policy fell under the rather communist phrase, No Child Left Behind. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Obama Community College Proposal May Not Be Enough Nov 2, 2009
"All community colleges are not prepared to take on those potentially large numbers of students," said Debra Bragg, a professor and director of the Forum on the Future of Public Education at the University of Illinois. The Obama administration notes that 5 million more community college graduates doesn't necessarily mean there will be that many more students schools could increase graduation rates to reach the goal. (ABC News -- Wire)
Hingham and Milton must pay for special-needs students to attend private schools Nov 2, 2009
Federal law requires local school districts to provide a free and appropriate public education for all handicapped students in the least restrictive environment. The state pays about 35 percent of that cost, the federal government kicks in about 17 percent and the rest falls on local taxpayers. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Palm Beach County parents, teachers mounted a fervent rebellion over 'dictatorial' classroom controls Nov 2, 2009
"Public education is not for the faint of heart.". He also knows the parents still have Facebook, and a power that's impossible to ignore. (The Palm Beach Post)
Zoomlion to weed out lazy workers Nov 2, 2009
"My company wants the media to partner its public education campaign to help change the mindset of people from the traditional way of disposing waste to a modern and more acceptable way of disposing waste", he explained. The Communication Officer announced that the company would launch the Zoomkids Programme in each of the three northern regions to inculcate into children the essence of keeping proper environmental and sanitation practices. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Brevard's senator on the fast track Nov 1, 2009
That role, he says, should be limited to protecting citizens with a strong military and police and fire service, providing public education and offering basic health care for those who can't afford it. Otherwise, he says, "big government shouldn't grow faster than family income.". (Florida Today)
9th Circuit judge replacing Ezra in Furlough Friday suit Nov 1, 2009
00004000 Ezra presided over the Felix v. Waihee lawsuit, which led to federal court oversight over public education services for special-needs children in Hawaii ... Ezra presided over the Felix v. Waihee lawsuit, which led to federal court oversight over public education services for special-needs children in Hawaii. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Mich. gov. finishes signing budget before deadline Nov 1, 2009
She and state budget director Bob Emerson have been urging a few Republican senators to ignore Bishop's opposition and vote for additional funding for public education and local governments. Most state departments are getting 10 percent less under this budget, and state aid to college students is cut 61 percent. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Charter school association: Districts have no case Nov 1, 2009
We believe that their suits are not only unfounded, but also a slap in the face to the parents and students who have decided to pursue the best public education possible ... These plaintiff districts think the constitution gave them a monopoly on public education ... Their fallacious argument is that the state has yielded total authority for public education over to the districts. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
China sacks education minister amid scandal Nov 1, 2009
The surprise move was the latest shift to roil a public education system that Chinese traditionally idealize as a fair pathway to advancement but that has been filled with problems _ from chronic underfunding at primary and secondary levels to poor quality higher education. Though many of the ills predate Zhou's rise to education minister six years ago, he has come to be associated with them. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Wallin is well-motivated Nov 1, 2009
In his , Bob Burgoyne said someone who is against socialism must be against public education, fire departments, local police and more. He appears to think that any time people work together for some cause, that is socialism. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Why Hope & Change Isn't Working Economically Nov 1, 2009
Since roughly one third of those jobs were in the state of California in the public education sector and the average salary per those jobs runs $38,000 per year, how is any of this a savings. How is any of this efficient. (Townhall.com)
Giarratani: If I were mayor of Boston Nov 1, 2009
Another area of concern is public education. We need good schools in every neighborhood. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Bracing for budget cuts Oct 31, 2009
Public education accounts for roughly 43 percent of the state s 5. 5 billion budget. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Greater Accra Health Directorate faces challenges in fighting TB Oct 31, 2009
The National Programme Manager called for social mobilisation and urged civil society to engage in a robust and sustained public education on the disease. "We have improved diagnostic facilities to improve case detection and all we need is for the general public to report cases and we will follow up for treatment. TB generally affects people who live in abject poverty, those who are marginalized and socially isolated whilst social and economic determinants at individual, household and community... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Economist outlines rosy future for Lexington at 2020 forum Oct 31, 2009
The panel also addressed the future of public education, the environment and health care. Glenn Koocherexecutive director of the Massachusetts Association of School Committees, called the current regulatory environment in the school system Kafkaesque and the educational community timid and resistant to fast change. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Tenuous Times for the Endangered Florida Panther Oct 31, 2009
Defenders of Wildlife s Adopt a Panther program, for one, puts donations into public education, preserving habitat and promoting sound planning to prevent panther deaths on Florida s roads and highways. CONTACTS: Defenders of Wildlife, ; USFWS, ; Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. (Scientific American)
Hearing to study furlough options Oct 31, 2009
The furlough Friday plan kicked off last week, and drove more than 800 parents and students to the state Capitol to protest what many saw as a new low for Hawaii's public education system. Today, there are no similar big rallies planned, though the hearing is expected to attract a large number of furlough opponents. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Mich. Gov. Finishes Signing Budget Before Deadline Oct 31, 2009
She and state budget director Bob Emerson have been urging a few Republican senators to ignore Bishop's opposition and vote for additional funding for public education and local governments. Most state departments are getting 10 percent less under this budget, and state aid to college students is cut 61 percent. (Newsmax)
Collaboration is key in finding water solutions Oct 31, 2009
And congratulations to the San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust, Friant Water Users Authority, the Bay Institute of San Francisco, the state and federal agencies and many others for collaborating to develop the public education program, "Our Land. Our River. Our Way of Life.". The public service announcements released recently mark an important milestone for groups involved with the future of the San Joaquin River, and represent unique cooperation among diverse interests who each... (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Dist. 7 candidates not much alike Oct 30, 2009
In addition to advocating tax reform, Abbott King said she also supports election reform, public education and a single-payer health care system. Born and raised in Ithaca, Abbott King has owned and operated a small farm in Ledyard since 1974. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Flaherty: Its our city and its time for a mayoral change Oct 30, 2009
Under a Flaherty administration, we will improve the state of Boston s public education by raising the state s cap on charter schools, giving greater autonomy to principals to make decisions that best meet the needs of their particular student populations, and solving the dropout crisis by implementing mechanisms that identify at-risk students at the earliest of grade levels ... Under a Flaherty administration, my deputy mayor Sam Yoon and I will have a laser-like focus on revolutionizing public... (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
The Parenting Place Oct 30, 2009
"The recession is inflicting a further hit, with many states imposing budget cuts that affect child welfare programs. Abuse deaths are up sharply in some areas authorities in Nevada's Clark County, home to Las Vegas, have tallied 37 abuse deaths so far this year, compared to 18 in all of 2008.Every Child Matters is releasing a report Wednesday, a day ahead of the two-day child abuse conference, contending that inadequate resources are stretching state child-protection agencies too thin to... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Top officials will be selected on Tuesday Oct 30, 2009
De Blasio says that if elected he will give public school parents a voice in our public education system, create more affordable housing, support neighborhood businesses and ensure that all New Yorkers have access to living-wage jobs. Zablocki says he will fight for government accountability, less traffic and more mass transit, safer streets, better planning for the future and policies that benefit the middle class. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Education accountability strong in S.C. Oct 30, 2009
He has more than 30 years of experience serving public education. . (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
How do you feel about the Oregon tax increases on the January ballot? Oct 30, 2009
MB wrote on Oct 26, 2009 1:15 PM:" Right on 'private', let's go back to the limited government we had in 1787! We don't need a standing army or a navy, we don't need state highways or the interstate system, those private dirt toll roads worked perfectly well, we don't need public education or public fire departments, we don't need to regulate private corporations or the financial sector, Enron and those guys on Wall Street showed us they are perfectly ok if left to themselves, we don't need an... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Africa: International Monetary Fund Has 'Long Way to Go' Oct 30, 2009
This is the opinion of economist Mark Weisbrot, co-director of the Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR), based in Washington, DC in the U.S. The independent CEPR promotes democratic debate on economic and social issues through research and public education. Speaking to IPS from Washington, Weisbrot argues that: "The IMF is definitely doing better than during the Asian crisis, but I think that is too low a base for comparison. Are they doing what they ought to do? They have a long way... (allAfrica.com)
Federal 'help' is ruining schools Oct 30, 2009
an observer wrote on Oct 29, 2009 8:45 PM:" No truer words have been spoken, as Government has ruined public education with the aide of an out of control union. Unfunded mandates and programs that disavow the virtues of displine, national pride, GOD, and our great history. We no longer teach basic skills most of our children cannot even write a simple sentence or add, subtract, divide simple numbers without a calculator! The Flag, Constitution, Declaration of Independence are spat upon. Walk... (Longview Daily News, WA)
PHOTO GALLERY: Medfield China teacher exchange touches MHS cooking class Oct 30, 2009
The Medfield effort is funded by the Medfield Coalition for Public Education (MCPE). The Chinese teachers are here for six weeks teaching in the Medfield schools as well as discovering America culture and history first-hand. (Medfield Press, MA)
Layoffs will hit 'thousands' if Hawaii furloughs are blocked Oct 30, 2009
And parents who have rallied against the furlough plan called the potential for thousands of layoffs an even scarier scenario for the state's public education system. "They're talking about educational quality, and part of this is based on student-to-teacher ratio," said Vernadette Gonzales, whose child attends Noelani Elementary School in Manoa. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Performa 09 Premieres: Tacita Dean, Alicia Framis, and William Kentridge Oct 30, 2009
Presented in collaboration with a consortium of more than 40 arts institutions and 25 curators, as well as a network of public spaces and private venues across the city, Performa 09 will ignite New York City with energy and ideas, acting as a vital think tank bringing audiences together for new performances, exhibitions, broadcasts, screening, installations and public education programs across all disciplines. Performa is a non-profit multidisciplinary arts organization established by... (AbsoluteArts.com)
Oh, rats, its the weekend update Oct 30, 2009
The school-based interest groups that do their best to defeat any change to the public education status quo had for decades controlled the Georgia General Assembly. No bill passed without the education establishments OK. About four years ago, that began to change. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
