Akron is considering leasing its sewer system to raise money for a scholarship fund for local graduates
Education (Primary & Secondary)
Chicago Public Schools to Consider Boarding Schools
Homeless students and those from low-income or troubled families would get the opportunity to focus on education if plans to offer boarding schools become reality.
Student-Teacher Ratio: Is Smaller Always Better?
Low student-teacher ratios can benefit students, particularly in the earlier grades. MuniNetGuide.com now provides student-teacher ratios for all schools in its enhanced database.
New York City Schools Receive Urban Education Award
School reforms in New York City lead to improvement in reading and math scores and a narrowing in achievement gaps among students.
Most States “Need Assistance” in Providing Special Education Services
An evaluation of the states’ performance when it comes to providing services to children age 3-21 with special needs reveals that 36 states “need assistance†in meeting the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
A+ School Web Sites: Content Presented with a Purpose and in Style
What makes an effective school web site? Many schools are harnessing the power of the Internet as a tool to enhance classroom instruction, increase opportunities for communication, and encourage participation in school events.
Incentives Increase Attendance at Chicago Schools
Chicago Public Schools attendance incentive programs appear to be working. From financial awards to schools to gift cards for families, the incentives appeal to principals, parents and students alike.
Proposed Universal Preschool Program in California Sparks Cost? Benefit Debate Among Public Policy Think Tanks
California voters will be asked to approve a $2.4 billion universal preschool initiative on the ballot this June. The Reason Foundation, a non-profit think tank group, recently published a policy brief contending that the per-pupil cost of this proposal is too high, and that the state would be better off redistributing funds already designates for preschool programs.
Schoolmatters.com Offers Plethora of Education Data
School Matters is a web based tool that provides users with comparison data and in depth analysis of schools and districts across the United States.
Creating Successful Education Programs
The National Governors’ Association Center for Best Practices and Jobs for the Future released a new policy guide that recommends strategies for states to do their part in preparing elementary- and secondary-school students for success in their higher education...