testing and accountability
In Catholic Schoolroom, Patrick and Dewhurst Unveil Plans for a Reformation in Public Ed
Without naming vouchers, Patrick and Dewhurst announce plan for a "revolution" in Texas' school system built on school choice and career preparation.
What Do Texas Business Leaders Say We Should Do About STAAR? Glad You Asked.
Until today, TAB president Bill Hammond has been a steadfast defender of STAAR. Today, though, he unveiled a plan to tweak it in response to critics.
Faking the Grade: The Nasty Truth Behind Lorenzo Garcia’s Miracle School Turnaround in El Paso
Lorenzo Garcia boosted test scores by banishing low-scoring students. We may never know how many he lost.
Diane Ravitch in Austin: Education is ‘Not Just About Intellect. It’s Also About Character.’
At two events Sunday, the education historian and activist said she hopes Texas leads the way in getting testing right.
How Do We Fix Standardized Testing in Texas?
At UT last night, researchers, advocates and lawmakers shared some ideas.
With No Child Left Behind, Failure Is the Only Option
Two years from now, every student in Texas must pass state tests to keep their schools from failing federal standards. It's up to state leaders or Congress to bring us back to reality.
Jimmie Don Aycock Wants to Think Positive and Fix These Schools
Suddenly, the Killeen Republican is one of the House's few remaining public ed experts. He'd like to talk to you about it, if you'd just stop complaining.