Wisconsin Teachers Turn to a Familiar Slogan: Go, Pack, Go!
Wisconsin public employees turn to members of the Green Bay Packers to try to win public support to their side, in their public battle with Gov. Scott Walker. Read Full Post >
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February 22, 2011
February 18, 2011
Duncan, Obama Weigh in on Wisconsin Protests
President Obama speaks on the Wisconsin protests over the governor's plans to restrict collective bargaining, and warns against demonizing public employees. Arne Duncan calls for cooperation. Read Full Post >
February 17, 2011
Idaho Education Proposal Modified (But Not Too Much)
Idaho state schools chief Tom Luna modifies his proposed overhaul of the state's education system to give districts more flexibility on Read Full Post >
February 15, 2011
Wisconsin Governor and Unions Face Off
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has inflamed teachers and other union members with a proposal to limit collective bargaining and cut pensions. Read Full Post >
February 14, 2011
Oregon's Governor Seeks Education Overhaul
Oregon Gov. John Kitzhaber, like his neighbor, Gov. Chris Gregoire of Washington, believes his state's education programs are too fragmented. He wants more of them brought together under his authority. Read Full Post >
February 11, 2011
Special Education Programs, Private Placements, Under Assault
Several states, including New York and Texas, are considering proposals to cut specific special education programs or to trim spending across the board. Read Full Post >
February 11, 2011
West Virginia Names Jorea Marple Schools Chief
Jorea Marple, a former teacher, principal and superintendent, is West Virginia's new superintendent of schools. Read Full Post >
February 08, 2011
Ohio's Kasich Hires School Adviser with Charter Background
Robert Sommers is Ohio governor John Kasich's new education adviser. Read Full Post >
February 04, 2011
Go Slow on School and District Consolidation, Report Says
States looking to save money should move cautiously in encouraging school and districts consolidation, says a report published by the National Education Policy Center. Read Full Post >
February 01, 2011
States Seek to Cut Back Teacher Pension Costs
Ohio and New Jersey are considering major pension cuts, and legislation on that issue seems likely to emerge in Florida, too. Read Full Post >
