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Supporters vow to stop North Forest ISD shutdown
At meeting, leaders, residents blame ‘hypocrisy and racism’ for closure order
Harry Potter as children’s literature: diminishing returns?
Today I offer two guest blogs that present different views on the merits of the series — the books, rather than the films — as children’s literature. I… Read more
Another Turkish School in Trouble
Donna Garner – As you read this article, you will see how “murky” yet interconnected these various Turkish schools really are as they move money, power, and influence across state lines.
If University of Florida program can revitalize teacher training, Pinellas schools benefit
Orange Bowl. 1967. The Gators are getting whomped. They’re beat, uninspired. Even the background music is snoozy. Then, in the classic TV commercial, surprise, surprise: The anemic Gators start rocking… Read more
Tom Vander Ark’s New York-Area Charter Schools Falter
After years spent directing the distribution of more than $1 billion from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation into hundreds of schools across the nation, Tom Vander Ark set his sights on the New York area
Heads target free school meals as route to extra funds
Low-income parents encouraged to sign up their children to trigger pupil premium payments
