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Updated: 07 Nov 12:12
Obama Offers States Rewards For Overhauling Schools
05 Nov 11:07
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The Obama administration soon will be awarding billions of dollars in education grants to help local school districts raise the bar on student achievement. In order to qualify for the money, schools may have to grade not only students, but also teachers.
N.Y. Harbor School Seeks Sea Change In Education
01 Nov 23:45
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Murray Fisher had a dream: Take the 600 miles of New York City's coastline and all the water surrounding it, and start a maritime high school that would teach inner-city kids about their watery world. His school, the New York Harbor School, is housed in the heart of Brooklyn. But soon, it will move to Governors Island, a tree-covered jewel 800 yards off the coast of Manhattan.
School Nurse On Sniffly Front Lines Of Swine Flu
01 Nov 13:49
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One school nurse in Sacramento, Calif., is at the center of the H1N1 swine flu epidemic, dabbing the noses of sick kids and comforting panicked parents as they push for vaccine, information and support.
Welcome to Lights On
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winterj1
Posted on: 10/18/07
Welcome to Lights On
Beacon Cove Intermediate in Jupiter, Florida is celebrating with an educational game show for kids, dancing, special carnival games, glow necklaces, face painting, and lots of FUN!!!!!
Everyone decorated "Lightbulbs" and they are displayed throughout our cafeteria. We sent out a parent newsletter with information about this special day and highlights about our program.
We serve over 390 families and are proud to be part of such a special day.
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