Here we go again: The New York State Education Department is revising its grades-three-to-eight English and math standards. We can only say, with fingers crossed, that we hope the state will get it right this time.
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10/13/16
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Scores on this year’s standardized New York State English Language Arts and Mathematics tests for grades three through eighth decreased markedly compared to last year’s, but state education officials say, however, that “compared” is the wrong word to use when measuring 2011-2012 against 2012-2013 scores.
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By Jeff Bessen
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8/14/13
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Raising its graduation rate, increasing the number of Regents diplomas with distinction and reaching students who lack a strong educational foundation and English language proficiency are the primary goals of new plans unveiled by Lawrence School District officials at a special board meeting on Monday.
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By Jeff Bessen
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7/10/13
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