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McMahon's mission: What does 'send it to the states' mean?
If education is sent "to the states," will they do a better job?
Joanne Jacobs
Mar 122 min read
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We've hit 'peak public school,' but what comes next?
School choice is becoming the norm.
Joanne Jacobs
Mar 62 min read
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Honesty is the first step to higher achievement, and it's a doozy
As achievement falls, the "honesty gap" grows.
Joanne Jacobs
Feb 202 min read
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Teachers' union takes aim at graduation exam in Massachusetts
Massachusetts could roll back reforms that made it a model of educational excellence.
Joanne Jacobs
Jul 16, 20242 min read
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Houston's revamped schools: 'ruthless efficiency,' lots of engagement
After a state takeover of Houston schools, Superintendent Mike Miles has launched a very ambitious set of reforms for the city's...
Joanne Jacobs
Sep 7, 20233 min read
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How Denver schools improved: Choice, accountability
Denver schools' reform strategy improved achievement dramatically, concludes a University of Colorado Denver study. "The overall effects...
Joanne Jacobs
Dec 15, 20221 min read
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