2 hrs ago | WMAR
Jean Chatzky: Cutting costs on college
I've used quite a bit of ink over the years on the subject of saving for college.
6 hrs ago | Vail Daily
Report: Colorado not expanding economic competitiveness
Colorado remains a top performer in many areas, with a population that is healthier and generally better educated Colorado is falling behind surrounding states when it comes to winning new jobs and increasing incomes, a report from the Metro Denver Economic Development Corp.
11 hrs ago | Tallahassee.com
Our Opinion: Education violation
In 1998, when 71 percent of Florida voters endorsed a constitutional amendment to make it a 'paramount duty' of the state to provide quality education to students in our public schools, it was anticipated that several years might pass before this well-intended concept had enough meat on its bones to be enforceable.
15 hrs ago | Boston.com
Mass. may get additional $250m from US for education efforts
The Obama administration said yesterday that Massachusetts could reap up to an additional $250 million to turn around failing schools and pursue other education initiatives as part of a new competitive grant fund.
Charter high school plan draws critics in Dublin
A plan by Dublin parents to start a college preparatory charter high school is drawing organized opposition from those who say the city should have only one comprehensive public high school.
N.J. eligible for $200M in grants aimed at educational reform
New Jersey stands to receive at least $200 million in federal grants intended to spur educational reform that could include controversial initiatives like merit pay for teachers and a push for more charter schools.
Allenby shoots 7-under 65 for 1-shot lead in Dubai
Robert Allenby of Australia shot a 7-under 65 Thursday for a one-shot lead after the first round of the Dubai World Championship, while Lee Westwood and Rory McIlroy vied for the European Tour money title.
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Teachers and Librarians Weigh in on a oeTwilighta
"The Twilight Saga" of books and films has millions of teenage and preteen fans, but its controversial themes have sparked a debate over its place in the classroom.
Odds of wearing skinny pants in Mesquite ISD: slim to none
Move over, baggy pants. Saggy pants? Old news. "Skinny pants" are the newest rage, and at least one area school district is aiming to keep them off school campuses.
Reforms needed for Michigan to win education stimulus funds, lawmakers told
State School Superintendent Mike Flanagan Thursday urged lawmakers and the state's largest teachers union to compromise on education reforms required within 60 days to qualify Michigan for up to $400 million through President Barak Obama's Race to the Top education initiative.
Top education official touts gains in minority test scores
" State education officials are highlighting gains made in closing the so-called "achievement gap" between minority and white students detailed in a report made public Wednesday.
Ringgold native selected to receive Charter Scholarship from UGA
This falla s freshman class at the University of Georgia includes 247 recipients of the Charter Scholarship, which is named for the universitya s standing as the nationa s first state-chartered public university.
How to cut the costs of pursuing higher education
You may not realize it until the time approaches, but the cost of attending college begins to mount way before freshman orientation.
Most county schools meet or exceed state ACT averages
The five school districts in Marion County released their average ACT scores for the class of 2009.
Parents camp out to get students enrolled in magnet schools
Open enrollment for magnet schools at Cincinnati Public doesn't start until Wednesday, but some parents are already camped out to ensure their child gets in.
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GOOD NEWS FOR MY LINE OF WORK: Record Numbers Take LSAT. "The numbers are out, and they are huge.
BESE must improve vetting of education contracts
However, the situation is more complex than many realize for the possibilities of savings in this area.
Police to file more charges in NC girl's death
A dog trainer who was present when the body of a 5-year-old girl was found along a wooded road in North Carolina says searchers initially overlooked the area because they saw only deer carcasses in trash bags.
MAP Test Help Offered for Kansas City Parents
Kansas City parents who want to help their children prepare for upcoming statewide standardized testing are invited to attend an instructional workshop.
DSC building at Career Academy will mean "an easier transiition" for students
Construction on the $2.6 million Dalton State College campus next to the Whitfield Career Academy is expected to be finished in less than six months.