Governors

States Bill to End A-F Accountability Before It Begins Advances in Virginia
The A-F system was a highlight of former Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell's K-12 policy changes, but it was delayed last year, and it could soon be on its way out.
Andrew Ujifusa, January 21, 2015
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States Two GOP Governors, Two Plans to Spend Big on Education in Florida and Nevada
Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval, a Republican, wants more money for schools, even though voters rejected a ballot measure designed to increase K-12 spending last year.
Andrew Ujifusa, January 21, 2015
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As a state trooper stands guard nearby, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie delivers his State Of The State address in the State House, Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2015, in Trenton, N.J. Christie aimed at national issues as well as those in his state, and he noted lessons learned while traveling the country last year to campaign for Republican gubernatorial candidates.
As a state trooper stands guard nearby, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie delivers his State Of The State address in the State House, Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2015, in Trenton, N.J. Christie aimed at national issues as well as those in his state, and he noted lessons learned while traveling the country last year to campaign for Republican gubernatorial candidates.
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States State of the States State of the States: Ariz., Ga., Idaho, Iowa, Ind., N.J., Ore., S.D., Va., Vt., Wash., W.Va., Wyo.
Here are summaries of recent annual addresses by governors around the country.
January 20, 2015
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States State of the States (2015)
Education Week's coverage of governor's speeches in 2015.
January 16, 2015
Standards & Accountability Miss. State Board Votes to Leave PARCC, Seek New Test for Next School Year
The Mississippi state board plans to seek a new test for 2015-16, but still plans to administer the PARCC exam this school year.
Andrew Ujifusa, January 16, 2015
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2 min read
States Top California Budget Analyst Praises Governor's K-12 Plan, Amid Fiscal Caution
A leading California budget analyst praises Gov. Jerry Brown's prudence in his K-12 spending and overall budget, while warning against over-exuberance regarding the state's improving fiscal climate.
Andrew Ujifusa, January 14, 2015
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2 min read
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who kicked off his second term as governor this month, has signaled his intention to shake up the status quo on education policy in the state. Last month he vetoed his own bill that would have protected some teachers and principals from poor evaluations.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who kicked off his second term as governor this month, has signaled his intention to shake up the status quo on education policy in the state. Last month he vetoed his own bill that would have protected some teachers and principals from poor evaluations.
Harry Scull Jr./The Buffalo News
School & District Management N.Y. Governor Aims to Flex Muscles on Education Policy
Gov. Andrew Cuomo plunges into his second term vowing to push for controversial changes that could put him at odds with leading K-12 officials in the Empire State.
Andrew Ujifusa, January 13, 2015
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California Gov. Jerry Brown and his wife, Anne Gust Brown, center right, are greeted by lawmakers before his inauguration at the state Capitol in Sacramento.
California Gov. Jerry Brown and his wife, Anne Gust Brown, center right, are greeted by lawmakers before his inauguration at the state Capitol in Sacramento.
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States State of the States State of the States Coverage: California, Connecticut, Kentucky, North Dakota
Here are summaries of recent annual addresses by governors around the country.
January 13, 2015
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States Do Parents Clamor to See Those Controversial N.Y. Teacher Evaluations?
The political bickering over teacher ratings in the Empire State is slated to continue in 2015, but the evaluations aren't just intended for the eyes of state officials.
Andrew Ujifusa, January 13, 2015
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States We Want to Give You a Choice of State Tests, Wis. Legislators Tell Districts
A Wisconsin bill backed by powerful state legislators would give schools a choice of certain state assessments. What are the complexities and consequences of that proposal?
Andrew Ujifusa, January 13, 2015
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8 min read
Education Funding Unveiling K-12 Budget, Calif. Governor Criticizes Washington-Driven Reforms
Brown also released a proposal to cut down on the state's long-term retiree health care costs in his fiscal 2016 budget proposal.
Andrew Ujifusa, January 9, 2015
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2 min read
States Surveying the Common-Core Chatter: How Will the Standards Fare in 2015?
Will the Common Core State Standards survive despite opposition rhetoric, or was 2014 just the start of growing backlash to the standards?
Andrew Ujifusa, January 8, 2015
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3 min read
States Governors Laud 'Higher Standards,' Plead for NCLB Renewal in NGA Speeches
Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper, the chairman of the National Governors Association, said more rigorous expectations for students were important, but not the only consideration for stronger schools.
Andrew Ujifusa, January 6, 2015
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Federal R.I. Chief Deborah Gist's Fate Uncertain as Contract-Renewal Deadline Passes
The Rhode Island education commissioner has previously stated she'd like to stay on under the new Gov.-elect Gina Raimondo, but Gist's current contract expires in June.
Andrew Ujifusa, January 5, 2015
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