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Sobering Study: AD and Athletic Council discuss alcohol and drug report Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:17AMBy Benito Vila In Texas the 1970s, it was said that boys were not men until they went to a ZZ Top concert, built their own car and outran a cop with it. Rites of passage being what they are, Pierson athletic director Montgomery Granger has been considering how to best counteract a prevalent problem in many [...]
Professional development for teachers provided by Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:16AMThe Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach has been awarded a grant through the Florida Division of Cultural Affairs to provide free training workshops to teachers interested in incorporating music therapy into their classrooms. Minda Gordon, certified music therapist for the Cultural Center, will work with St. Johns and Duval County school teachers to institutionalize a sustainable arts education ...
BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP: Film shines light on historic school Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:14AMBORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP — An advance screening of a documentary on the history of African-American education has given students and teachers in the district a glimpse into the past.
Obama prepares education overhaul Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:14AMPresident Barack Obama on Saturday promised to rewrite the nation's sweeping and controversial education law known as No Child Left Behind with a plan to prepare students for life after high
Nevada hiresnew principal Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:13AMAs reported online last Thursday at www.nevadaiowajournal.com, the Nevada School District announced last week the hiring of a new principal for Nevada High School. Justin Gross, 31, of Missouri Valley, will replace Ray Murray, who is retiring this year after a long career with Nevada Schools.
Spring break is out for next year Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:13AMThe proposed school calendar for the 2010-2011 school year in Nevada does not include a full week of spring break.
Inspiring minds: School district names Patterson, Moore 2010 educators of the year Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:08AMLanguage arts teacher Bruce Moore and elementary school principal Dave Patterson both said they were humbled by being named educators of the year Friday.
Fun day for charity Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:08AMA Ffundraiser is hoping to raise cash for a life-saving service.
Carmela Marie C. Estarija: The fan who overcame her idol Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:06AMUNDERDOGS don't always end up under. read more
Three Shot Dead, Burned In Restive Thai South Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:50AM(Reuters) - Unknown assailants shot dead three people and burned their bodies in Thailand's predominantly Muslim deep south, police said Thursday.
Surprise Closure on Judea, Samaria; Airstrike in Gaza Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:50AMFollow Israel news on and . (IsraelNN.com) Defense Minister Ehud Barak has ordered a one-day closure on Palestinian Authority-controlled areas in Judea and Samaria.
Staff's quick use of defibrillator saves principal Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:50AMLowell Elementary School Principal Susan Howard is alive today because of some colleagues' quick actions.
Pike School Board OKs school calendars Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:49AMThe Pike School Board passed calendars for the 2010-11 and 2011-12 school years Thursday evening, but without the flex days that had drawn opposition from teachers.
Peer-to-peer substance abuse program eyed Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:49AMPENNSBURY
Local pupils raise thousands for charities Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:48AMThanks to the fundraising efforts of pupils at Harlaw Academy six charities are set to receive thousands of pounds at the school's annual charities presentation event on Thursday, 11 March. 2010/03/12 09:27:49
Students put language skills to the test Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:48AMTeams in the World Languages Tournament at Truman High School tackled vocabulary, spelling, grammar, translation, and culture questions.
Five Pajaro Valley schools named among state's lowest achievers: Radical reform required at Watsonville High, E.A ... Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:47AMWATSONVILLE -- Watsonville High School and E.A. Hall Middle School have joined three other Pajaro Valley schools on a list of the state's lowest achievers.
Users Attending This Event: Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:47AMOn Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at 2:00 Greg Farley, Assistant Professor of Biological Science at Chesapeake Community College will be speaking at the St. Michaels Branch of the Talbot County Free library.
Ministry To Update Teachers' Database Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:46AMKOTA KINABALU, March 12 (Bernama) -- The Education Ministry will update its teachers' database system to provide for a more efficient administrative process such as in the posting and transfer of teachers.
School's plan: keep coaching position Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 4:41AMKaruna Skariah (right) coaches special education teacher Joan Lewis on March 1 on her National Board Certification application process at Riverdale Elementary School. The funding for the school's coach is in jeopardy.
Electric Education Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 4:40AMStudents help local schools cut energy costs. by Natalie Mayo Leaving the lights on can be costly ... especially for teachers at Douglass High School. As part of the Green Schools pilot program, a national program designed to educate students on energy efficiency and lower school energy bills, students at Douglass fine teachers $1 if they leave the lights on. After personnel, energy is the ...
Brinkley eyes change to teacher pensions Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 4:40AMWhile state and county officials grapple with plunging revenues, mounting costs and each other, educators are finding themselves in the crossfire once again.
Child labs' help teens decide on career paths Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 4:40AMSouth Carroll High School sophomore Meredith Vogel holds a book about sign language while fellow sophomore Cameron Lawrence teaches signing to preschoolers.
Country Meadows gets national recognition Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 4:40AMCountry Meadows Elementary School in Long Grove has been recognized by the National Staff Development Council. One of only two schools in Illinois and 100 in the nation to receive the recognition, Country Meadows, 6360 Gilmer Road, has been included in the Learning School Alliance as a model school exemplifying collaborative professional practices to promote student learning.
County schools receive waiver for missed days Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 4:40AMFrederick County students will spend three days fewer in school this year and not have to take classes beyond June 11 to make up for snow days. Frederick County Public Schools has received a state waiver allowing it to shave off three days from the required 180.
Nebraska schools preparing for standardized reading test Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 4:38AMThe state of Nebraska is about to enter a brave new world of testing when it comes to assessing student academic performance.
New kind of home school Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 4:38AMThe North Platte Telegraph Officials at North Platte Public Schools announced plans this week to purchase a home near the high school for its Community Based Instruction Plan. This program helps students with disabilities to learn the life skills they will need as adults.
Reporter's Notebook: Students collect supplies for Haiti Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 4:37AMOn Friday, the lobby of St. Joseph School in Mechanicsburg was filled with an excess of school supplies. The walls were lined with boxes overflowing with rulers, crayons, binders, filler paper and paint.
Schools in term-time holidays row Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 4:37AMPUPILS in the East Riding are enjoying more days off school than any other children in the country, after thousands of unofficial holidays were approved by teachers. (11/03/2010 10:31:06)
‘The key is writing’ Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:45PMAuthor wants to help young people build skills to think, communicate
Holding students accountable Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:45PMGrading plan intended to boost schools Superintendent Milt Thompson wants to bring a new sense of accountability to Beloit classrooms.
Demystify computers Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:44PMMr Ofwona said his intention was to demystify computers and the use of IT in the village and make them part of daily activities.
Florida Senate committee backs bill that would base teacher pay on student performance, end seniority pay Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:44PM“Teacher Tenure Bill” on fast track for approval Teacher unions say it will destroy public schools. Supporters say it's a long-overdue tool to weed out bad teachers and reward highly effective ones.
ON SHAKY GROUND Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:11PMJEANERETTE — A historic, 121-year-old community school might be in danger of closing without the help of residents, alumni and others who want the school to remain open.
School dedicated for doctor Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:10PMThe namesake of John C. Kimball High School was honored this weekend as the campus was officially dedicated midway through its first year of operation.
Sussman, school board members say free speech infringed Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:08PMGOSHEN — Civil Rights lawyer Michael Sussman and the Democratic Alliance of Orange County spoke out Monday on behalf of minority-faction members of the Middletown School Board and an Oswego man who was barred from speaking at last week’s...
Yellow Pages Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:07PMTwo county schools made the 2009 State Board of Education Honor Roll of outstanding schools. Eldorado Middle School was chosen as a Spotlight School and Carrier Mills-Stonefort High School was chosen for an Academic Improvement Award.
Budget balancing act Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:07PMUPDATE: Editor's note: The example given by Superintendent Nancy Wright regarding French classes in the sixth paragraph of the story is only an example, not a specific. The French classes offered at Big Bear High School have 80 students enrolled in the various offerings and while a French teaching service is being considered as a possible reduction due to budget constraints, the story did not ...
Survey Wants Feedback On Mayoral Control Of RCSD Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:06PMA new survey going out to Rochester residents this week wants to know what people think about mayoral control of the Rochester City School District.
Teachers’ jobs may be cut Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:06PMThe DeKalb County Board of Education will hold a work session later this month to discuss the impact of what could be an “Armageddon” budget scenario for the system.
Week in review Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:11AMSchools across San Mateo County joined others across the state and nation Thursday to protest what they called unfair cuts to education in a “Day of Action.” Statewide, education is facing a $2 billion cut.
Class notes Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:11AMOn Saturday, 165 students from 16 Bay Area Catholic schools will participate in an academic junior high decathalon. Winners from the ten regional competitions will compete on Saturday, May 1, for the statewide championship of the California Catholic Schools’ Academic Junior High Decathlon.
Growth at East Toledo school may close 2 others Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:11AMAt least one eastside Catholic school could close this fall as a long-term plan to educate students on one campus speeds up. One detail is known: The Kateri Catholic Academy on the campus of Cardinal Stritch High School in Oregon will expand its middle school to include fifth grade, Emily Barry, vice president of advancement and recruitment, said. That would leave only prekindergarten through ...
Liu to audit DOE’s Progress Reports Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:11AMThe Department of Education’s annual Progress Reports — which have been used to justify critical decisions, including whether to close schools, have long sparked criticism from teachers, administrators and parents.
Everett's Rev. Paul Stoot Sr. won't face charges Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:09AMEVERETT — An Everett pastor won't face charges in connection with his highly publicized arrest last year. Snohomish County prosecutors also declined to file any charges against sheriff's deputies accused of harassing the Rev. Paul Stoot Sr.
School board approves administrative contracts Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:09AMBy a narrow margin the Westby Area School Board of Education approved the extension of administrative contracts after reviewing superintendent and administrative performances in closed session during the school district’s monthly board meeting in February.
Follies begin Thursday Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:08AMAfter months of preparation, it’s time for the Krazy Kudzu Follies to take the stage. The Follies begin Thursday night and run through Saturday at the DeKalb Theatre.
State’s budgets still in limbo Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:08AMThe 2010 session of the Alabama Legislature has reached the halfway point and lawmakers have yet to start work on the only task the state constitution requires them to complete — preparing budgets for the operation of state government and schools.
Mum blasts trust over son's tragic death Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:08AMThe mum of a young man who killed himself after years of mental illness has hit out at the care he received.
Principal apologizes for choice of black heroes Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:08AMLOS ANGELES - The principal of a South Los Angeles elementary school has apologized after some children carried photos of O.J. Simpson, RuPaul and Dennis Rodman in a parade celebrating Black History Month.