Strong Unions Help Power Maryland to No. 1 Education Ranking
By John Rosales
In 2002, the Maryland General Assembly adopted the Bridge to Excellence in Public Schools Act to phase-in increases to school funding with the goal of providing an equitable, quality education regardless of a student’s zip code or background. At the time, the New York Timescalled the bill “historic.” After 10 years, it can also be referred to as an investment that has paid off big time.
For the fifth year in a row, Maryland’s public school system has been ranked No. 1 in an annual study byEducation Week magazine that examines the nexus of state education policies, school finance, the affect of school climate on student achievement, and other assessment means.
“The focus on supporting quality schools and effective teaching has been instrumental in Maryland’s consistent recognition as a national leader,” says Betty Weller, president of the Maryland State Education Association
White House Requires School Athletics for Disabled
In 2002, the Maryland General Assembly adopted the Bridge to Excellence in Public Schools Act to phase-in increases to school funding with the goal of providing an equitable, quality education regardless of a student’s zip code or background. At the time, the New York Timescalled the bill “historic.” After 10 years, it can also be referred to as an investment that has paid off big time.For the fifth year in a row, Maryland’s public school system has been ranked No. 1 in an annual study byEducation Week magazine that examines the nexus of state education policies, school finance, the affect of school climate on student achievement, and other assessment means.
“The focus on supporting quality schools and effective teaching has been instrumental in Maryland’s consistent recognition as a national leader,” says Betty Weller, president of the Maryland State Education Association
White House Requires School Athletics for Disabled
In a sweeping move that will affect all American schools, the Obama administration has told districts they must offer students with disabilities the same sports opportunities as other children. Schools now must include disabled students in existing athletic programs or provide them with equal alternatives. The directive is a huge victory for disability-rights advocates and it immediately drew praise from many in the education sector. Source:The Washington Times
