Ed groups bat .785 on endorsements
The five education groups that endorsed or contributed to legislative candidates this election picked the winners at an overall rate of 78.5 percent
Archive for: November, 2010
P.E. teachers learning nutrition link
Metro State professor Susan Bertelsen believes nutrition education is getting short shrift, even though it is critical to physical well-being
Monday churn: New face on Senate Ed
Updated – There will be a slight change in the Republican lineup on the Senate Education Committee for the upcoming legislative session.
DPS board approves Montbello reforms
After five hours of public comment from more than 100 speakers, DPS board members approve changes in Far Northeast Denver. Video
Friday churn: NAEP math scores inch up
Average math scores for high school seniors on the National Assessment of Education Progress have edged upwards since 2005, testing officials reported Thursday.
Thursday churn: Benefield loses
Updated – Veteran Democratic state Rep. Debbie Benefield has lost her seat after a final count of votes, ensuring GOP control of the state House.
Another view on college “doomsday” plans
A 50 percent cut in state aid to higher education wouldn’t force closure of any colleges, but it would require some tough choices
Douglas County: Venting on vouchers
More than 40 speakers and others pack a school board meeting room to mostly oppose, but also praise, a voucher proposal. Video
Wednesday churn: Jeffco numbers down
Updated – Jefferson County Public Schools, the state’s largest district, reports another drop in student enrollment
