Skepticism Abounds at Education Dept.’s College-Ratings Symposium
By Kelly Field Pity the poor data geeks at the National Center for Education Statistics. The Education Department has…
Charters to cost School District $25 million more than anticipated
By Martha Woodall, Inquirer Staff Writer The Philadelphia School District has seen its charter school costs soar at the…
Revised ‘One Newark’ Plan – One Less Closure, Changes for Charters
By John Mooney Historic Weequahic High stays, students at schools turned over to charters have the option of staying…
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2014 Solidarity Convention Awards
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Rutgers pact boosts non-tenure faculty
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Senate Committee passes bill giving schools boards a say in school closings
By Peggy McGlone/The Star-Ledger Parents and community activists from Newark, Montclair and Camden testified before a state senate committee…
RUSA meeting covers aid for college tuition
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National teachers union leader joins protest of Newark school makeover
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Bill to Offer an Option to Give Vouchers
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