In the wake of the Atlanta testing scandal, come more allegations of teachers improperly helping students on standardized tests on Long Island.
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Indiana Upholds School Voucher Program
Recently, the Indiana Supreme Court rendered a much anticipated decision upholding the constitutionality of the state’s school choice voucher program.
A Click for Global Change
April is known not only for its Earth Day Celebration on the 22nd of the month, but also for Global Youth Service Day, April 26-28, 2013. Whether you join the campaign or not, why not take some time this month to carry out their mission and pledge, which states: “Celebrate the young people in your life, serve alongside of them in your community with an act of kindness and share your belief in the power of youth.”
iPads to the Rescue?
A recent article from Wired.com examines the potential impact of the rise in use of Apple’s iPad in classrooms across the country.
Are New York’s Smaller Public Schools Better?
A recent article in The New York Times takes a look at whether or not New York’s smaller public schools are more effective than their larger predecessors.
Featured Lesson Plan: Be Responsible — Make Your Own Good Luck!
To coincide with St. Patrick’s Day, the March featured free lesson plan focuses on taking responsibility in order to “make your own luck.”
The Rewards of Recycling
Ah, springtime, the season of rebirth; the perfect time to do some spring cleaning and recycle or repurpose some of your stuff. At Westwood-Bales, we’re finding out that even our littlest leaders are eager to show citizenship by reducing, reusing and recycling.
Anti-Bullying Video Goes Viral
Spoken-word artist Shane Koyzan has created a powerful short film on bullying called “To This Day” with the help of dozens of animators. It will resonate with anyone who has ever been bullied, or bullied someone else.
Featured Lesson Plan: Rosa Parks Takes a Seat
February’s featured free lesson plan on Rosa Parks is perfect for Black History Month, and even more so this year, since February 4th, 2013 would have been Ms. Parks’ 100th birthday.
