Check out this video by Kansans for Fair Courts, sign the petition and stay informed on this critical issue. “They say that well behaved women rarely make history…. We couldn’t agree more.” In honor of Women’s Equality Week – don’t miss this short video clip on what’s at stake with our judicial system. Then sign the petition! http://salsa3.salsalabs.com/o/50886/c/10361/p/salsa/web/common/public/signup?signup_page_KEY=8484...
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“I have pledged to carry forward the message that the American dream is possible, and that quality education is fundamental, and the right of every citizen. Today is a great day to be reminded that we must stand up and speak out. ‘It’s Up to Us!'” Dr. Cynthia Lane, Superintendent of the KCKPS. http://blog.kckps.org/?p=347&preview=true...
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Leave a Comment ACT scores-be wary of spin
We’ve heard some “spin” lately about ACT scores, and we think this article provides some helpful insight. We also note that ACT scores are periodically “recentered” and that starting with the graduating class of 2013, ACT Inc. began “including both standard-time and extended-time test takers in its annual report. This change has the effect of both reducing mean ACT scores and increasing the number of seniors included in the statistics.” (A (Mostly) Brief History of the SAT and ACT Tests). http://www2.ljworld.com/weblogs/first-bell/2013/aug/22/the-spin-begins-on-act-scores/...
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Leave a Comment Frustration with K-12 schools misplaced
We agree with this letter. http://www2.ljworld.com/news/2013/aug/24/opinion-frustration-k-12-schools-misplaced/?opinion...
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