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Let’s enact educational changes that will empower Alabama’s children
Great teachers and principals are essential to great schools in every corner of our state. Yet, we currently have policies in place that determine how teachers are paid, where they are placed, and how they are supported – all with no consideration for teacher effectiveness or student performance. Full articleAlabama scores below average on international study
Alabama recently participated in the Trends International Mathematics and Science Study alongside seven other states. The sevens were compared to one another and the nation was compared to 40 other countries.
Full articleAlabama could lose jobs, school funding Jan. 1
Alabama officials says the state will stand to lose thousands of jobs and millions in revenue for schools if the President and Congress do not reach a agreement before the country goes over the "fiscal cliff".
Full articleEducation Revolution: How Plan 2020 could reshape education in Alabama
Under a new state accountability plan intended to replace the federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) guidelines, the high school graduation exam will not be the only path to graduation for much longer.
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