Evidence thin on student gains from NCLB tutoring Ed Week
Five years after the No Child Left Behind Act became law, there’s still a dearth of research evidence to show whether one of the federal measure’s least-tested innovations?a provision that calls for underperforming schools to provide after-school tutoring?has an impact on student achievement.
Virginia Tech report calls for better communication USA Today
Improved communication may be the key to preventing the repeat of a Virginia Tech-like tragedy on other college campuses, a report issued today by three federal agencies concludes.
In high schools, a ‘B’ is new ‘C’ Post-Gazette
In high schools, a ‘B’ is new ‘C'. Higher grades not matched by higher test scores.
Marketers Are Joining the Varsity NYT
Athletes, if they are talented, train hard and get a break or two, can climb the sports ladder from high school to college to the pros. Madison Avenue, sensing a lucrative opportunity, is heading the other way.