Rise & Shine: Untried edu-peddlers vying for turnaround funds | GothamSchools

Rise & Shine: Untried edu-peddlers vying for turnaround funds | GothamSchools

Rise & Shine: Untried edu-peddlers vying for turnaround funds

by Philissa Cramer

• Companies without track records or capacity are up for federal turnaround funds. (Times)
• The city has started telling high schools how their graduates fare at local colleges. (Times)
• Elected officials say Joel Klein’s use of emergency powers amounts to abuse. (NY1)
• Chicago’s year-round schools are starting their academic year this week. (Chicago Tribune)
• Four out of five New Jersey schools say they’re likely to have fewer teachers this year. (AP)
• Australia’s prime minister wants to give 10 percent bonuses to top teachers. (The Australian)