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Newsletter July 9 2010
Mathematica Study: KIPP Charter Middle Schools Show “Impressive” Results
It’s almost too obvious to say, but worth repeating to those who don’t want to listen: Not all public charter schools are good. But nearly all are offering families a viable education alternative, and many are outperforming their traditional counterparts — some by a significant amount. Like KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program).
A new study conducted […]
Denver Post Follows My Lead, Notices Colorado’s Common Core Standards Debate
I may be young, but I didn’t fall off the apple cart yesterday (or however that expression goes). In fact, your little Eddie sometimes is way ahead of the curve on local education issues. Take Colorado’s emerging debate over Common Core Standards: Been there, done that.
Six weeks after I first brought your attention to […]
Rick Hess Went Down to Georgia…
From time to time, it’s worthwhile to look outside the borders of our United States to glean some valuable lessons about school reform. Rick Hess — one of the more thoughtful education policy gurus out there — recently returned from a two-week trip to Georgia and shared his thoughts.
So some of you are thinking… Georgia? […]
Summertime Good for Celebrating Victory for Louisiana Special-Needs Students
I’ve had a great time lately with the cool (and here in Colorado, I mean “cool”) fireworks shows and water fights. Still, it’s good to be back sharing some more good news about school choice. Yes, I’m behind the curve in letting you know about what Louisiana has done, but better late than never — […]
Sen. Michael Johnston Leads Teacher Discussion on SB 191 Reform
On June 23 the Education Policy Center was honored to host state senator Michael Johnston leading a discussion with Colorado teachers about the new teacher tenure reform law: Senate Bill 191. His presentation was the main focus of our sixth annual Independent Teachers Fellowship. For more on SB 191, see policy analyst Ben DeGrow’s May […]
A Glimpse at New Schools: Aurora Opens Vista PEAK Exploratory School
Looking for something a little different than the traditional schooling model, maybe even cutting edge and innovative? After all, exposing Colorado families to more choices and educational options is a big part of what the “glimpse at new schools” series is all about.
You might be interested in this: Aurora Public Schools opens the doors of […]
AG Suthers Provides Update on School Funding Court Case
Colorado Attorney General John Suthers gives an update on the defense in Lobato v State – a case being funded by taxpayers on both sides to argue whether the courts should make taxpayers provide more funding for K-12 education. Last fall the state supreme court ruled 4-3 that judges have the power to change school funding policies. Seeking to demonstrate that Colorado schools are reasonably and adequately funded, the AG’s office is collecting extensive financial records from every school district in the state.
What Is Colorado Bright Beginnings?
A parent’s role in a child’s education starts from birth. Colorado Bright Beginnings empowers parents with the guidance, knowledge and tools to create a bright beginning for their children. Listen to the Education Policy Center’s Raaki Garcia-Ulam interview Maria Soto from Metro Denver’s Bright Beginnings, and learn about the support they provide to families.
Devil's Advocate: Race to the Top and National Standards
Watch this 3-part YouTube replay of the June 4 Devil’s Advocate with host Jon Caldara, featuring a debate between state senator Michael Johnston and State Board of Education member Peggy Littleton about whether Colorado should adopt the Common Core Standards.
Is Colorado Heading Toward National Tests?
While many are well aware of the active push for greater federal government control of health care, what about in the area of education? Colorado State Board of Education member Peggy Littleton explains her concerns with the Race to the Top requirement that Colorado and other states sign on to the Common Core Standards, leading the state down a path toward national curriculum and assessments.
6/3/10
Newsletter June 3 2010
