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Board candidates discuss schools' greatest needs
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Math will occupy twice as much class time for some pupils, who might also find themselves doubling up on reading and staying after school for more tutoring. (article 2)
And every teacher will be rated " highly qualified thanks to a schoolwide overhaul that forced last year's instructors to reapply for their jobs. (article 2)
The sweeping changes at the Baltimore County school reflect a growing movement among school systems across the country, which have long sought to boost elementary and high school performance and are now turning their attention to the youngsters in between. (article 2)
In advance of the Sept. 12 primary election, The Sun asked all 14 candidates to respond to this question: Howard County is known for its top-performing school system and innovative programs. (article 4)
This is certain: The first day of school this year at Lawrence High School won't be like last year's. (article 3)
There will be six new principals, double sessions, a developing curriculum, and uncertainty when everyone will move into the yet-to-be-completed new high school in South Lawrence. (article 3)
The moves some temporary, others permanent are all part of an effort to reshape the city's high school experience and to close the achievement gap with other communities. (article 3)
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Other stories about Students, Scores and schools:
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Students, Scores, schools, Math, Test |
Source articles
- Changes vary, but theme for new school year is improvement (boston.com, 09/03/2006, 477 words)
- A focus on needs of school 'tweens (baltimoresun.com, 09/03/2006, 397 words)
- High school hopes to divide and conquer (boston.com, 09/03/2006, 737 words)
- Board candidates discuss schools' greatest needs (baltimoresun.com, 09/03/2006, 724 words)
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