GLOBE EDUCATION NEWS
Must-win school jackpot
“If I win, I’ll try to be humble,’’ Schanna James Lender said. “I’ll resist the urge to jump up and scream.’’ (By Yvonne Abraham, Globe Columnist)
Minuteman wages campaign to boost image beyond trades
Katherine Breen was appalled when her son announced that he wanted to attend Minuteman Career and Technical High School in Lexington. (By Jennifer Fenn Lefferts, Globe Correspondent)
Applause for schools keeping music at core
Whether it’s marching band, jazz, choir, or music theory, if you offer it they will play. (By Taryn Plumb, Globe Correspondent)
Principal to take his final leave
Next Wednesday marks the final day for Natick High School principal John Hughes, who retires after working in the Natick schools for 40 years. (By Megan McKee, Globe Correspondent)
Focus groups will discuss Boston schools, but some object
The Boston public schools will hold 14 focus groups across the city today and tomorrow to gather advice on school closings, program expansions, and other pressing issues, with participation by invitation only. (By James Vaznis, Globe Staff)
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- NY's top court upholds Columbia expansion plan (AP, 6/24/10)
