Kan. Measure to Block Common-Core, Science-Standards Aid Dropped
A controversial measure to block state spending in Kansas on the common-core standards, as well as new science standards, was dropped from a budget bill. Read Full Post >
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May 22, 2013
May 21, 2013
Common Core, Science Standards Hit Political Snag in Kansas
A draft budget bill in Kansas would block the spending of any state aid on implementing the common-core standards or new science standards. Read Full Post >
May 20, 2013
Common Core Roundup: News from Georgia, Kansas, and the RNC
Opponents of the Common Core State Standards are pressing their case in Georgia and Kansas, while a Washington business group urges support for the standards. Read Full Post >
April 02, 2013
Farm Theme Saves Kansas Elementary School From Closing
An farm-based curriculum helped save a Kansas elementary school from closing due to low enrollment. Read Full Post >
March 18, 2013
Charter Expansions and Voucher Initiatives Face Votes in State Legislatures
A variety of bills regarding the expansion of charter schools and tax-credit scholarship programs are moving through state legislatures. Read Full Post >
March 15, 2013
Common Core Rattles and Rolls in Nebraska, Kansas, Alabama
Nebraska, one of the few states that has not adopted the common standards, sends a signal that it could be reconsidering. Read Full Post >
February 19, 2013
Former Texas Chief Takes Anti-Common-Core Show on Road
Robert Scott shares his opposition to the Common Core State Standards with lawmakers in two other states. Read Full Post >
February 14, 2013
Former Texas Chief Takes Anti-Common-Core Show on Road
Robert Scott shares his opposition to the Common Core State Standards with lawmakers in two other states. Read Full Post >
December 13, 2012
Common Core to Cost Kansas Districts up to $30M Annually
Implementing the Common Core State Standards in Kansas will cost between $32 million and $60 million over the next two years, a state audit reported. Read Full Post >
December 28, 2011
Initiatives in Iowa, Kansas Tackle Bullying, Cyber Safety
A foundation in Iowa lauched a website for reporting bullying incidents, and a Kansas program is working to teach students about Internet safety. Read Full Post >
