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Jan 04 2026EDUCATION

Raising the Bar: Hart District's Push for Better Test Scores

The William S. Hart Union High School District is on a mission to boost student performance in English, math, and science. Despite some progress, a significant number of students are still falling short of state standards on the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) test

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Dec 15 2025EDUCATION

New York Schools: A System in Need of a Fix

New York's recent report card for grades 3–8 has sparked a heated debate about the state of education. Eva Moscowitz, CEO of Success Academy, a charter school network, argues that the system is letting students down. She points out that while 57% of students are proficient in math and 53% in English

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Nov 23 2025EDUCATION

Is More Money Always Better for Schools?

In Southwestern Pennsylvania, the idea that more money equals better test scores isn't always true. Some schools spend a lot per student but don't see high test results. Why? Because it's not just about the money. Things like where the school is and who the students are make a big difference. Exper

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Jan 30 2025EDUCATION

Student Scores in New England Track National Patterns

Finally, the scores from the National Assessment of Educational Progress– - called the "nation’s report card" - are in. Lots of states in New England are seeing similar results to rest of the country. Their students' math and reading scores held steady in some cases, while in others there isn't any

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Nov 19 2024EDUCATION

What's Really on Trump's Education Agenda?

When Donald Trump steps back into the spotlight, schools across America are still feeling the aftershocks of the pandemic. Students are struggling to catch up academically, with learning loss and absenteeism being big issues. But Trump isn't just focused on boosting test scores. He's got his eyes se

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Oct 18 2024EDUCATION

Math and Reading Scores Change in Minnesota Schools

Have you ever wondered how well students in Minnesota are doing with their studies? The state's Department of Education has a cool report card that tells us all about it. This report card has info like how students answer surveys, what the schools spend tax money on, and how many students are meetin

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Sep 19 2024POLITICS

The Decline of Public Education: The Unsettling Truth Behind New York's Failing Schools

The latest test scores for grades 3-8 in New York have shed light on the alarming state of the public education system. The results are a stark reminder of the struggles that students, parents, and educators are facing. According to the data, fewer than half of all students statewide scored grade-le

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