Notes from the news, Apr. 12
by Erika Owens on Apr 12 2010 Posted in Notes from the news
Putting a new focus on science The InquirerScience is the theme of this year's Report Card on the Schools. You'll also find stats for schools in Philly and throughout the region.
New law planned to boost Pa. charter oversight The Inquirer
The law would strengthen financial oversight to respond to "charter greed."
The law would strengthen financial oversight to respond to "charter greed."
See also: More Charter Control Metropolis
'I will fight,' says girl, but denies report The Inquirer
The Inquirer found and interviewed the "Cambodian female" referenced as a fight instigator in the Giles Report about violence at South Philly High.
The Inquirer found and interviewed the "Cambodian female" referenced as a fight instigator in the Giles Report about violence at South Philly High.
Weingarten at West Philly High: A model community school? The Notebook blog
AFT President Randi Weingarten visited West where she learned about the significant improvements in community relationships at the school.
AFT President Randi Weingarten visited West where she learned about the significant improvements in community relationships at the school.
See also: Walnut Hill: What is Best for West High? Philadelphia Neighborhoods
Why three big donors got behind Williams The Inquirer
Big donations are nothing new to school-choice supporter donors who gave $1.5 million to Williams' campaign.
Big donations are nothing new to school-choice supporter donors who gave $1.5 million to Williams' campaign.
Letters: The Inquirer
Readers write in about Williams and Penn Alexander's principal.
Readers write in about Williams and Penn Alexander's principal.
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