How did Douglas County School District avoid a budget cut?
While many school districts are struggling to balance their operating budget, one school district in Colorado was able to avoid budget cuts for the 2013-2014
What is replacing the No Child Left Behind law in Georgia?
Approximately 38,000 of the nation’s 100,000 public schools did not meet their No Child Left Behind (NCLB) testing targets in 2010 and about half as
What makes DISD’s School for the Talented and Gifted the top in the nation?
Dynasties are rare yet they exist in arenas such as politics, sports and companies. Some people say that the Bushes and Kennedys resembled a dynasty
Who is the 2013 National Teacher of the Year?
The National Teacher of the Year (NTOY) program is the oldest and most prestigious national honors program. It focuses public attention on excellence in teaching
How can school districts create a culture of excellence for all students?
For our students to develop 21st century skills such as critical thinking, problem solving and communication germane to a global and competitive workforce, education must
Who should have the power to approve charter schools?
Just as businesses must provide customers a quality product or service, schools must offer students a quality education. When they do not, parents have the
How does vertical alignment improve student performance in the schools?
When our automobile begins to drift to the left or right, it is probably time for a wheel alignment. The alignment reduces the possibility of
What are leadership standards for school leaders and how should they be measured?
Medical doctors have become increasingly accustomed to prescribing a pill for patients to address a sickness, combat a potential illness or accommodate student’s academic needs.
Moving Across the Hall
By Dr. Regina Merriwether I always knew that I would be a teacher; however, I never envisioned being a principal. It was not until my
Is it time to teach kids about stranger safety?
A “missing kid” is a frightening experience for any parent. According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 800,000 children younger than