Pritzker touts a record graduation rate as others criticize test scores
The Illinois Report Card shows some growth in multiple areas, with proficiency rates in English/Language Arts, Math and ...
Vivek Ramaswamy wins hearts as his old graduation speech goes viral ahead of DOGE role; ‘Looks more ready for politics’
An old clip of Vivek Ramaswamy has resurfaced on social media after Trump named him to co-lead DOGE with Elon Musk.
Massachusetts releases new high school graduation guidance after passage of ballot Question 2
Just days after Massachusetts voted to do away with MCAS-based requirements for high school graduation, new guidance was ...
Dept. of Education releases report on how schools are performing
The Connecticut Department of Education is out with the latest results from its Next Generation Accountability System. The ...
What Ohio state report card doesn’t show about Columbus City Schools
According to the state, Columbus City Schools aren’t doing well. Graduation rates have received failing grades. The system ...
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Yes on 2: MCAS will no longer be high school graduation requirement
“We believe all of us, working together, should take a comprehensive look in a timely fashion at setting statewide graduation standards to properly prepare our students for college and workforce ...
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New York is redefining graduation requirements. Here’s what educators want to know.
Under a looming overhaul outlined in June, students would no longer be required to pass the state’s Regents exams in order to ...
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NY state education leaders unveil five-year plan for changing high school graduation requirements
The path to a high school diploma may look different in the next five years, possibly with multiple ways for students to ...
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What is Massachusetts Ballot Question 2? MCAS graduation requirement
BOSTON - Massachusetts Ballot Question 2, which would eliminate the MCAS requirement for graduation, is dividing teachers, parents, and elected officials on what's best for students. Tuesday ...
Many parents like me are torn over whether to repeal the MCAS graduation requirement. Here’s a two-part, educators’ view from both sides.
Last week, I talked to Jennifer Amento of the No on 2 Coalition. This week, I talk to Massachusetts Teachers’ Association ...
Voters make way to polls early on Election Day, share their experience
The Worcester polling location is a triple precinct polling location, making it one of the busiest in the city. NewsCenter 5 ...
Students look to Europe, Australia after change in Canada's visa regime
Last week, Canada ended its fast-track student visa regime under which the majority of Indian students went to study in that ...