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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...

    What to do with middle school

    A video on the growing dilemma of how to successfully educate middle schoolers discusses doing away with middle schools altogether. One possibility is to keep students in elementary school through the 8th grade. Another choice is to house 6th through Read More...

    If You're Gifted, Deal With This

    Parents are scrambling to get their kids tested for the gifted-and-talented programs due to a new admissions process in New York City. Confusion seemed to be the name of the game in an article on nytimes.com as parents sought testing times and locations. Read More...

    Bush Backs Renewal of No Child Left Behind

    President Bush plans to seek renewal of the No Child Left Behind law for another five years. An article on CNN.com reminds us that education will be a big focus when lawmakers meet on Monday. Bush expects to have support from both Democrats and Republicans. Read More...