Notes from the news, Feb. 19
Submitted by Erika Owens on Fri, 02/19/2010 - 09:27 Posted in Notes from the news | Permalink
Fairhill pupils await Michelle Obama The InquirerMrs. Obama is visiting the elementary school Friday to talk about her campaign against childhood obesity.
Ackerman: Youth violence a public health issue The Inquirer
Superintendent Ackerman explained that the 15,000 violent and nonviolent incidents are far too many.
Superintendent Ackerman explained that the 15,000 violent and nonviolent incidents are far too many.
See also: Jackson: prevent flash mobs with better schools Philly.com
Why can't they just teach their kids English? The Notebook blog
Len Rieser wrote in response to a recent Inquirer op-ed that questioned spending District dollars to teach immigrant kids English.
Len Rieser wrote in response to a recent Inquirer op-ed that questioned spending District dollars to teach immigrant kids English.
Gubernatorial candidates debate in Center City Philly.com
PSU and YUC students spoke at the forum. The discussion of education referenced the costing-out study and importance of early childhood ed.
PSU and YUC students spoke at the forum. The discussion of education referenced the costing-out study and importance of early childhood ed.
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