Justice Dept. Warns Wisconsin Voucher Schools Against Discrimination
Schools that enroll students using the publicly-funded vouchers must adhere to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the U.S. Department of Justice cautions. Read Full Post >
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May 03, 2013
May 02, 2013
Kentucky Common-Core Testing Snafus Upset Lawmakers
Kentucky has stopped the scoring of constructed-response items on common-core-based tests, and experienced separate test-related technical glitches. Read Full Post >
May 02, 2013
Don't Say 'Reformer'
Education reform group StudentsFirst has apologized for calling a Tennessee lawmaker who sponsored anti-gay legislation one of its reformers of the year. Read Full Post >
May 01, 2013
What Does Indiana's Common-Core Legislation Really Mean?
Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenda Ritz said a bill heading to Gov. Mike Pence won't actually "pause" the Common Core State Standards in Indiana. Read Full Post >
April 30, 2013
Florida Parent-Trigger Bill Fails in Senate: New Year, Same Vote
The Florida Senate voted down proposed parent-trigger legislation by a 20-20 vote for the second straight year. Read Full Post >
April 30, 2013
Computer Crashes Cause Testing Anxiety in Oklahoma, Minnesota
Recent testing problems in Oklahoma and Minnesota due to computer glitches have raised concerns about online testing. Read Full Post >
April 29, 2013
Parent-Trigger Video in Florida Prompts 'Astroturf' Allegations
A video featuring Florida parents supporting "parent-trigger" legislation has caused controversy in the state. Read Full Post >
April 29, 2013
Bill to 'Pause' Common Core in Indiana Heads to Governor
The Indiana Legislature has sent a bill to Gov. Mike Pence that would require a "pause" in implementing the common core. Read Full Post >
April 25, 2013
John White Withdraws Louisiana Student Data from inBloom
Louisiana Superintendent John White announced the state was no longer storing student data with inBloom, a non-profit group focused on personalized learning. Read Full Post >
April 25, 2013
Michigan House Approves Budget Stripping Common Core Funds
The Michigan House of Representatives has approved a budget stripping funding from the Common Core State Standards; the measure now moves to the state Senate. Read Full Post >
