Notes from the news, July 12
Philadelphia: After decades of effort, a decade of progress Hechinger ReportThe Washington Monthly focused an edition on the dropout crisis, and this piece by Dale Mezzacappa tells Philly's story.
In a district not far away… WHYY (opinion)
An audio essay on the positive work of adults in the Philly schools.
Schools can't avoid tax hikes The Inquirer
Many Philadelphia-area districts will need to raise taxes to make up for budget shortfalls.
A candid conversation with Gregory Thornton Journal Sentinel
Thornton was just sworn in as Milwaukee's new superintendent.
The Power of Words Philly Teacher blog
Philly Teacher challenges readers to stop themselves and try to phrase statements in a positive way.
In case you missed it: Funding, study time, internships, dropout rate The Notebook blog
Weekly roundup of national stories finds more reporting and blogging on the fight between Congress and the White House over RttT funding.
Painting Parents With a Broad (Offensive) Brush A Very Public Education blog
Brainstorm: Reading A Year in the Life of a Teacher blog
Penn State board approves tuition increase The Inquirer
Small Nonprofit Philadelphia Business Journal
Are libraries unnecessary? The Inquirer
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