Feds call for limits on testing in schools
The Obama administration will issue guidance to reduce the amount of standardized testing schools put kids through for accountability.
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Pope Francis visits the U.S.
Pope Francis makes a historic visit to the US, and schools are filled with anticipation that this former teacher will inspire them.
Calif. schools didn’t tell parents about opting out
Some parents in Calif. say it was illegal for their kids’ school district not to notify them they had the right to opt out of state tests.
Obama announces new College Scorecard
A new tool, a College Scorecard, for comparing the earning potential and debt incurred from attending different colleges, was announced last week.
Muslim student detained for building a clock
A Muslim student was detained by police who wanted to investigate a clock he had invented but, they thought, looked like a possible bomb.
Elation in Seattle as teachers suspend strike
The Seattle teachers’ union has suspended a strike that will, assuming teachers ratify a deal, have lasted 6 days.
Standardized tests don’t hold muster: Opinion
Common Core test scores will be released soon. The data may look good, but it tells us very little about our schools & teachers.