Notes from the news, Aug. 13
Clearing the record on Ackerman's raise The Notebook blogA week ago the Inquirer said Ackerman agreed to forgo a raise last year, but a raise she got in May of this year was retroactive back to July 2009.
Group forms to promote Philadelphia charter schools The Inquirer
Nineteen charter schools have joined the group so far, and schools that join must agree to follow ethical standards such as board members not benefiting financially from the school.
Obama signs state aid bill, PA prepares to adjust budget The Notebook blog
Rendell has agreed to a $50 million decrease in the $250 million increase in state funding for education and is proposing more cuts and revenue raising to make up the rest of what is now a $280 million shortfall.
Schools’ audit to be reviewed Philadelphia Tribune
Former CEO Vallas said the review of federal funds distributed while he was still in Philly is about documentation, but "not about fraud."
Vote for 2 Great South by Southwest (SXSW) Panels Philly Teacher blog
Philly Teacher is a part of two proposed SXSW panels, and Practical Theory blogger and SLA principal Chris Lehmann would join her on one. Voting ends August 27.
Teachers union not wild about Onorato's education proposal Morning CallFormer CEO Vallas said the review of federal funds distributed while he was still in Philly is about documentation, but "not about fraud."
Vote for 2 Great South by Southwest (SXSW) Panels Philly Teacher blog
Philly Teacher is a part of two proposed SXSW panels, and Practical Theory blogger and SLA principal Chris Lehmann would join her on one. Voting ends August 27.
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