In April 2007 the Science Foundation Arizona (SFAz) announced an investment of $3.2 million into a K-12 Student & Teacher Discovery Program that will benefit the Arizona Schools. The Arizona Schools grants are the third awarding of SFAz funds intended to create a top-notch science, engineering and medical core in Arizona. The foundation intends to create this by supporting and funding secondary and university level Arizona Schools.
Arizona Schools Focus On Literacy
Teaching a child to read is the foremost goal of any school. Some would say its the most important thing anyone will ever learn; this is most definitely true. Schools across the nation strive to achieve excellence in reading education, known as literacy to those in the biz. These institutes of learning want to turn out students who read and read well, and some are recognized for these efforts. Arizona Public Schools are among them.
Arizona Schools Did They Overreact?
In the news recently, a middle school student a 14 year old boy, to be precise was suspended from Arizona Schools because of a drawing he made while sitting in class. No teacher wants to find his or her student doodling, but must admit that not all students will be as enamored of their subject as the teacher is.
Atlanta Schools Are Models Of Reform
Everyday educators, whether they are teachers, administrators, or board members, are striving to improve the services they offer. Teachers attend in-service training; principals meet with other administrators in their district, state, or even the nation; and board members travel to see what other districts are doing right All with the intention of gleaning the best methods and practices for their own schools. Atlanta Schools are no exception. As of the 2006-07 school year, At…
Atlanta Schools Encourage Good Works
One of the main goals of schools today is to turn out productive, successful members of society; kids that will one day be leaders of our country, states, cities, or neighborhoods. Whether our youth become actors, athletes, lawyers, doctors, electricians, plumbers, or policemen, they will influence society as a whole and lead others by example. Atlanta Public Schools are trying their hardest to give students not only an academic education, but an education that also includes …
Award-winning Boston Schools
Attending an excellent public school is one of any parents highest priorities. For those living in or considering a move to Boston, the award-winning Boston Schools are an excellent choice. Boston Schools and their governing board have the following plan in place to continue the excellence that is the most appealing feature for parents and the community.
Awards And Recognition Make Boston Schools And Students Proud
Awards always reflect high achievement and excellence. Winning an award or just being nominated for one is a huge boost to ones ego. It demonstrates to the world just how hard a person or organization has been working to achieve superiority over others in the same field. Actors, scientists, novelists, corporations, sports teams and school districts are all examples of professionals or organizations that strive to win awards.
A Commentary On Dallas Schools
It is important when considering a move to a new city or state to know as much about the schools as possible. Facts are important, but so are the opinions of people in the know residents, new co-workers, researchers, websites and journalists are a few of the resources that one might consult in order to gain a clear perspective of the big picture.
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Baltimore Schools May Change Graduation Requirements
For decades, graduating Baltimore Schools seniors have had to show that they have met or exceeded their schools educational requirements, typically in the form of a standardized test such as the SAT or ACT. Many school districts have adopted tests that have been designed by their states DOE (Department of Education). While lots of kids do well on these types of assessments, there are thousands who do not; and its not because they havent learned what they should but becaus…