Notes from the news, June 15
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Microsoft's Philly high school traveled rocky road AP via The Inquirer
School of the Future graduates its first class this year, which has inspired a look back and the challenges and opportunities at the tech-centric, project-based school.
See also: School of Future: High on tech, low on basics? Daily News
Social justice slate sweeps to victory in the Chicago Teachers Union The Notebook blog
In a move that should inspire and challenge social justice teacher activists, the Caucus of Rank and File Educators won leadership of the Chicago Teachers Union.
Philadelphia's young lag in military readiness, study finds The Inquirer
How to address this lag? Retired servicepeople urge increases in education funding, with a focus on early chilldhood education.
See also: Study: Most city youth deemed unacceptable for military service: Undereducated, unfit, have criminal records Daily News
Retired Military Men Push for PreSchool Funding KYW
Enhancing early education for next generation of soldiers WHYY
For students in foster care, a hard-won graduation WHYY
Arise Academy, a charter school for foster kids, graduated its first class this year.
See also: Foster Kids Find Success At Philly Charter School NPR
Olney High Program Gives Students 'Healthy' Perspective KYW
St. Christopher Children's Hospital runs a program that exposes Olney High students to health careers.
Lenfest Foundation, Peco give to Philadelphia Education Fund Philadelphia Business Journal
PhillyInc: Study: More jobs will require higher education The Inquirer
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