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    Oops, TAKS might not be making the grade

    Texas has had its share of headaches when it comes to testing. Does anyone else remember the TECAT? That was a test that every Texas teacher had to take to keep on trucking. It was an absurd, expensive ordeal where teachers were treated like cattle because Read More...

    More Money for Colleges Tied to Incentive Program

    In an effort to increase state money flowing to universities , Rick Perry, the governor of Texas, has outlined a plan that ties funds to students graduating from college earlier and willing to pursue high demand engineering and computer degrees. The money, Read More...

    Research Indicates Poverty Leads to Problems in School

    Everyone wants to blame teachers for low test scores. After all, teachers are the easiest targets. I have to wonder how much money is being spent on all of the research studies about improving teacher quality. What about the time and effort spent on discussions Read More...