News Briefs

Student Debates

November 3, 2009 African-American students who took part in debate leagues had higher grade point averages, were more likely to graduate from high school, and were more college-ready in English and reading, a study as found.

Indian Education

November 3, 2009 At least five Northwest states have academic curricula and standards that address Native American culture and history, according to a study.

Long-Term ELLS

November 3, 2009 Among students in Los Angeles classified as English-language learners, 29 percent are not reclassified as fluent in English by the 8th grade, according to a study.

The 'STEM' Pipeline

November 3, 2009 The flow of qualified mathematics and science students through the American education pipeline is strong—except among high-achievers, a report finds.

Record College-Going Rate

November 3, 2009 More young Americans than ever are in college, especially two-year institutions, according to a report.

Report Finds No Lasting Effect for Tennessee Pre-K Program

November 3, 2009 A report shows the effectiveness of Tennessee's prekindergarten program diminishes after the 2nd grade, but supporters say it still provides a valuable foundation.

Data Systems Lack Privacy Safeguards

November 3, 2009 As states go about building longitudinal-data systems, some have not taken adequate actions to safeguard sensitive information in student records, a new study concludes.

Md. District Backs Increase in Age for Mandatory School Attendance

November 3, 2009 The Montgomery County, Md., school board is pressing to increase Maryland's age for mandatory school attendance from 16 to 18 to improve graduation rates.

Prekindergarten Gains

November 3, 2009 Enrolling in prekindergarten programs can sharply reduce the special education enrollment rate among at-risk students, a new report finds.

Parents of Pupils With Disabilities Sue Tenn. District Over Restraints

November 3, 2009 The parents of five students with disabilities have filed lawsuits against the Sumner County, Tenn., board of education and a special education teacher charged with child abuse.

Kentucky Education Secretary Announces Her Resignation

November 3, 2009 Kentucky Secretary of Education Helen Mountjoy has announced her resignation, citing a long commute and a desire to spend more time with her family.

Scholar Susan Fuhrman to Lead National Academy of Education

November 3, 2009 Susan Fuhrman, an expert on education policy research and international studies, took over as president of the National Academy of Education.

Educator, Author Dorothy Rich Dies

November 3, 2009

Chicago Schools, Police Department Pledge to Work Against Violence

November 3, 2009

Remote Arizona District Emerges From Four Years of State Control

November 3, 2009

Delaware Lawmaker Advocating Change to Zero-Tolerance Rules

November 3, 2009

Emergency Manager to Stay On in Detroit

November 3, 2009

Attack Following Homecoming Shakes California High School

November 3, 2009