Notes from the news, Aug. 11
Golden resigns as Philadelphia schools' safety chief The InquirerGolden abruptly left for another opportunity amid speculation that he was not consulted enough about safety issues, including the safety response at South Philly High.
See also: District's school-security chief quits Daily News
In wake of DN column, Ackerman locks down school salary data Daily News
Even though the salaries should be a matter of public record, Ackerman severely restricted staff access to the school salary data due to a "security breach."
US Department of Education Visits PSU Wednesday PSU blog
This afternoon PSU members will meet with Alberto Retana from the Dept. of Ed. as part of a National Youth Listening Tour to get students' perspectives on school turnaround.
A school choice governor? PA2010.com (opinion)
Corbett has made his feelings on vouchers known, but Onorato supports school choice via the EITC, which helps fund private and parochial schools.
House passes bill that saves thousands of teachers' jobs The Notebook blog
All it needs now is Obama's signature to send out $10 billion for teachers' jobs.
Philadelphia School District terminates longtime contract with CEP WHYY
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