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ChiArts community urges board to preserve conservatory model as CPS proposes schedule changes Teachers, students and parents from the Chicago High School for the Arts told the board compressing the school day would erode the conservatory model that gives students 15 hours per week of preprofessional training and an 8 a.m.–5 p.m. structure; they urged collaborative solutions with CPS and the teachers’ union.

Chicago High School for the Arts advocates warn that a proposed compressed schedule could dismantle vital conservatory training, jeopardizing students' artistic futures.

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Casa Grande Union board weighs options for PACE after years of low enrollment After several years of enrollment shortfalls, the Casa Grande Union High School District reviewed five options for PACE — including expansion, relocation, reintegration or closure — and agreed to further community engagement before the board decides.

Casa Grande Union High School District faces a crucial decision for its struggling PACE program, weighing options from expansion to potential closure after years of enrollment challenges.

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CPS reports SY25 gains in early grades and credentialing, flags attendance disparities CPS presented outcome data showing year‑over‑year increases in early‑grade benchmarks and state assessment proficiency since 2022, plus growth in early college and career credentials; officials said attendance improvements are uneven and the district will develop a coordinated attendance strategy.

Chicago Public Schools reports significant gains in early grade proficiency and college credentials, but faces ongoing challenges with attendance and equity.

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Board accepts third-grade literacy monitoring report as district posts modest STAR gains to 49% meets The board accepted the monitoring report on Goal 1 (third-grade literacy). District staff reported a rise in STAR Reading meets-or-above to 49% (up from 47%), correlation between MAP second-grade screening and STAR results, and next steps focused on fidelity to HQIM, PLCs, coaching and family engagement.

Austin ISD celebrates a leap in third-grade reading proficiency, with 49% of students now meeting grade level—proof that early interventions are making a difference!

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Montgomery County School Board Discusses Data Collection for Improved Academic Outcomes Board members emphasize the importance of data analysis to drive funding and interventions.

Montgomery County leaders are diving deep into data to reshape educational funding and boost student success—could this be the game-changer we need?

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Academic Disasters

Louisiana's voucher program saw student math scores drop 0.5 standard deviations - WORSE than Hurricane Katrina's impact on learning. Indiana, Ohio, and D.C. all show similar patterns: vouchers consistently harm student achievement.

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Oklahoma establishes new college athletic conference to enhance student-athlete experience Legislation creates intercollegiate athletic conference to improve competition and academic outcomes.

Oklahoma is stepping up its game by launching a new college athletic conference aimed at boosting competition and enhancing the student-athlete experience!

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SUSD leaders strategize on improving student enrollment and academic outcomes SUSD officials discuss barriers to attracting students and the need for community trust

SUSD leaders are on a mission to transform the district into a top choice for families by tackling barriers to enrollment and boosting academic performance.

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Stevens School implements support strategies for special education and behavior intervention Stevens School enhances flex time support for special education and behavior intervention initiatives.

The Port Angeles School District is revolutionizing student support with a flexible time program that’s already boosting engagement for those with special needs!

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SO looking forward to this @rachtomlinson.bsky.social - your passion for cultural capital and commitment to it as a school is inspiring. It's such an important element of education, enhancing #literacy #academicoutcomes, but also, navigating the wider world and making sense of it!