Posts tagged Stem
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Morning Bell: Improving outcomes for African-American boys
A new DCPS position: A professor of urban education is joining the school system to spearhead innovation and research, with a focus on raising the performance of African-American male students. (Post) Keep reading…
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DC students combine data and technology to work for social good
Data and technology are not just for professional techies. Organizations in the DC area are showing students that with a little training, a lot of motivation—and, of course, data—they can leverage technology to shine a spotlight on important social problems. Keep reading…
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Morning bell: Boundary and feeder patterns get a facelift
Task force re-evaluates lines drawn in the 1970’s: A committee of education officials and other stakeholders has begun the process of changing the way DCPS assigns students to schools. Other residents can participate through focus and working groups. Some are concerned that a proposal to include charters in feeder patterns will limit choice. (Post, DME, Examiner)… Keep reading…
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Morning bell: Sharing is caring
DC school facilities plan considers charters; DC truancy bill passes committee; New Jersey takes over Camden schools; Indiana vouchers upheld; New NAEP will test technology literacy; Innumeracy is like dyslexia?; TFA is actually valuable; Autism warning signs infographic. Keep reading…