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On education, Thompson tries to set himself apart
The New York Times reports that he would keep mayoral control of the New York City school system, but relinquish control of the board that approves educational policy.…
More schools shifting from textbooks to tablets
Well before the cleanup from Superstorm Sandy was in full swing, students could read about the weather system that slammed the East Coast in their textbooks.…
New dual-credit high school to open in Albuquerque
Gov. Susana Martinez says she wants to see more students graduate from high school and be well prepared for college or the workforce, the San Francisco Chronicle reports.…
Libraries have the clout, respect to be leaders in parent engagement
I've written a lot about how schools must become more effective at getting parents involved, Cleveland.com reports.…
No charges for teen after explosion at Fla. school
The Associated Press reports that a central Florida teenager who was accused of igniting a chemical explosion on school grounds - and who became the subject of a grassroots social…
Preteens’ use of Instagram creates privacy issue, child advocates say
On the photo-sharing app Instagram, search the keywords #Fairfax, #Rockville or #DC and up pops hundreds of photos from children, The Washington Post reports.…
Wash. law boosts AP computer science education
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee signed a bill opening the door for schools across the state to count Advanced Placement (AP) computer science as a math or science credit. The law’s…
Seattle schools back down from standardized test after protests
The Seattle public school system, facing a rebellion that stoked the national protest movement over standardized testing in U.S. public schools, is backing away from the contentious multiple-choice exam for…
From future coders to your grandma, STEM education for everyone
WNYC reports that whether you're 18 or 85, keeping up with new technology is increasingly important for success and even well-being.…
What if Finland’s great teachers taught in U.S. schools?
The Washington Post reports that many governments are under political and economic pressure to turn around their school systems for higher rankings in the international league tables.…