District picks legislative priorities Aug 13, 2008
Supports the development by the Iowa Department of Education of rigorous content standards consistent with the Iowa Model Core Curriculum that set high expectations for student learning while providing flexibility and supports to local schools in delivering on those high expectations. Areas of support include technical assistance, development of quality assessments to measure student growth and research-based teacher training and development, along with added time to teach the rigorous... (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Alabama student scores inching upward on ACT Aug 13, 2008
ACT officials stress the importance of students enrolling in core curriculum to become better prepared for college work. "We've found that the skills needed for success in work force training programs are comparable to those needed in the first year of college so we urge districts and schools to look into their curricula and make sure that the courses they're offering are providing students with those essential skills," Colby said. (AL.com)
Board of Ed pleased with review of scores Aug 12, 2008
The board did unanimously approve a change in high school graduation requirements, cutting the needed number of credits to 20 from 22 by sacrificing physical education and an elective, but not core curriculum. "Kids can take more," Kurtz said. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Scrimmage No. 1 in the Books Aug 10, 2008
" How does an oversight with admissions like that happen, and how was it caught? It really wasnt so much an admissions issue as it was a compliance issue. The NCAA changes rules every year. If youve ever looked at the NCAA manual, it is mindboggling, the rules and regulations. And I think in this particular case, what happened was it slipped through the cracks because of the interpretation. Because he went to Hargrave, the assumption was that he was an 08 graduate and [needed] 16... (InsideCarolina.com)
Dewey school board members hear report on student testing Aug 7, 2008
Students in grades third through eighth took the Oklahoma Core Curriculum Test this past spring while students in high school took End of Instruction Tests. Scores are as follows. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Guest Comment: Open letter to parents with schoolchildren Aug 6, 2008
By that, we mean that a parent will practically never take the time to show appreciation for the many things that teachers do above and beyond the core curriculum to make things special. But if there is the slightest misunderstanding, they are quick to complain, and not just to the teacher. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
ESJ tackle Lewis opting for Texas A&M Jul 29, 2008
ESJ tackle Lewis opting for Texas A&M- NOLA.com. UPDATED: 2 :33 a.m. CDT, July 29, 2008. (Nola.com -- Sports)
More of this story Jul 29, 2008
Grissett and Hawthorne have completed the Master Level, which requires 15 training hours, including one core curriculum course. Grissett said in order to achieve the Master levels, board members must first complete the first four regular academic levels. (Atmore Advance, AL)
District to try out new test process Jul 29, 2008
The tests would allow teachers to develop custom-made assessments that would use information from the core curriculum developed by the state, Garrett said. A teacher could input specific topics he or she would like to have tests cover and get an instant output of questions that would accurately assess whether the students are being prepared for year-end tests. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Yearly progress numbers dip Jul 26, 2008
The state has been phasing in its new curriculum, switching from the Quality Core Curriculum, which was considered broad but shallow, to the Georgia Performance Standards, which covers fewer topics but goes into more depth. The new curriculum is more rigorous, requiring pupils to demonstrate understanding of a topic rather than memorization of facts, as had been required in the old curriculum. (The Augusta Chronicle)
District goals, fuel costs top S-O board discussion Jul 26, 2008
Goals that are expected include safe school environment, technology and core curriculum implementation. It was noted there is a core curriculum team in place to address that issue. (Ocheyedan Press Melvin News, IA)
GUTHRIE CENTER SCHOOL BOARD Jul 25, 2008
Supports development of a model core curriculum of rigorous content standards by the IDED. 3. Supports legislation allowing the option to reduce staff to respond to reductions in state aid and to arbitrator's awards. (The Guthrian, IA)
Levi's(R) and JCPenney(R) Team Up to Support the VH1 Save The Music Foundation Jul 24, 2008
"Restoring music education in our public schools is an important cause, and we are proud to partner with these two outstanding corporations as we work toward our goal of bringing music into the core curriculum of each and every public school in our country.". "JCPenney has a long history of participating in programs that help to enrich the lives of children," said Steve Lawrence, executive vice president of Men's at JCPenney. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
CRCT scores dip in Catoosa Jul 22, 2008
The standards-based curriculum emphasizes problem-solving skills, replacing the old Quality Core Curriculum, which was knowledge-based and emphasized memorization, educators said. Overall I think we re extremely pleased, said Nichols. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Student leader honored with Hamilton award Jul 20, 2008
Gold winners are also enrolled in the Hamilton Scholars Educational Program, which concentrates on three core curriculum areas: empowerment, young adult transition, and heritage issues. Hingham High School Principal Paula Girouard McCann said Michael joins a truly remarkable group of young men and women from across the United States, representing a wide range of high schools from Miami, Florida, to Honolulu, Hawaii. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Teachers get lesson in art education Jul 15, 2008
"Richard Metzger, executive director of the Troy-Pike Cultural Arts Center the workshop host, agreed that the visual arts should be a part of the core curriculum of Alabama schools."This Visual Arts Workshop will be beneficial to the 40 teachers who are participating and have an positive impact on their students this year and in years to come," he said. "Each of these teachers has between 18 and 28 students in his or her classroom who will benefit from what they have learned. They will all leave... (Troy Messenger, AL)
Food for Thought Jul 8, 2008
Such an activity is not only the core curriculum in the school of civilizing discourse; it is also a set of protocols that curb our natural savagery and our animal greed, and cultivate a capacity for sharing and thoughtfulness. These teenagers are deprived of the main course of civilized life the practice of sitting down at the dinner table and observing the attendant conventions. (The American Conservative)
REGION: Parents picking up tabs for expanded programs and service Jul 6, 2008
They are part of the core curriculum of a college prep course of study. First name only. (North County Times)
School Board selects legislative priorities Jul 3, 2008
Development of rigorous content standards consistent with Iowa Model Core Curriculum. This position asks that the state further define and support the development of those standards stated in the Iowa Model Core Curriculum which is being developed and all schools must adopt. (Dallas County News, IA)
CRCT results are in Jun 28, 2008
The phasing in over the last three years of the Georgia Performance Standards, the tougher curriculums in English\language arts, reading, math, science and social studies currently replacing the old Quality Core Curriculum, is nearly complete. The state DOE mandates the introduction of GPS curriculums in what grades and for what year. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
More options for high-schoolers in Hamilton Jun 25, 2008
Option II has been around since the late 1980s, but was re vised in the late 1990s when the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards were imple mented. Districts decide independently whether they will pay for students to take college-level classes or if the students will pick up the tab. (NJ.com -- Times)
WINCHESTERS BEST AND BRIGHTEST, June 26 edition Jun 25, 2008
a private baccalaureate institution that offers professionally focused programs in business, technology and human studies balanced by a strong core curriculum. Champlain College s 130th Commencement was held on May 3. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Around town - Catch a tune outside office Jun 25, 2008
Tilden is enrolled in the software engineering program at Champlain College, a private, baccalaureate institution that offers professionally focused programs in business, technology and human services balanced by a strong core curriculum. BURGHARDT IS DIRECTOR OF EDUCATIONAL SERVICES. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Focusing on art Jun 24, 2008
While arts classes don't make artists, just as taking math classes doesn't mean you'll become a mathematician, she contends art should be part of the core curriculum, whether "you end up with art as a career or as a lifelong passion.". Having art in a school's curriculum increases attendance and decreases the number of disciplinary visits students take to the principal's office, Ms. Durant said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
The Swiss Army Knife of education Jun 23, 2008
Now, as permanent director of Plan II, I want to take this opportunity to explain the core curriculum of Plan II and its relevance in any century as well as some of the initiatives we've taken to change the face, if not the soul, of Plan II Honors ... For those reasons, the core curriculum of Plan II continues to include, among other things, the study of world literature, philosophy, higher mathematics, logic and the foundational sciences of physics and biology. (The Daily Texan, TX)
Junior high makes progress Jun 22, 2008
The explanation concluded: "Over the past three years many changes have been implemented at Pontiac Junior High to improve student achievement. The greatest changes have included greatly increasing the number of Students with Disabilities who are included in co-taught classes. Co-taught classes have the Students with Disabilities included in the regular core curriculum classes. They have a regular education teacher and a special education teacher in the same classroom."In addition this year new... (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
School's in when it's out Jun 22, 2008
Typically, a student's freshman and sophomore years are dictated by core curriculum; junior and senior years offer more choices. But there are four required electives that every student must take: lifetime personal fitness, U.S. government, economics and Alaska studies. (Anchorage Daily News)
Santa Fe Elementary offers district’s first foreign language immersion program Jun 21, 2008
Most of the core curriculum, including reading, writing and math, will be taught in English, while science and social studies will be covered in Spanish. Parents are asked to commit six or seven years of their child s education to the multilingual program to gain maximum benefit. (Peoria Times, AZ)
New prez says SJCN ‘special’ Jun 21, 2008
In this role she is responsible for the development, implementation, evaluation, quality management and marketing of the DCCCD Core Curriculum and Academic Programs. Harris and her husband, Wayne Dickerson, have an adult son, Kris, and grandson Isaac. (North Channel Sun, TX)
New schools superintendent speaksRandina stresses academies, collaboration, creativity Jun 20, 2008
"When it comes to curriculum, it's very important to make sure it's aligned with core curriculum standards, because in the state of New Jersey, and even nationwide, that's what our children are being assessed on," she said ... You can still be creative, even as you teach the core curriculum. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
Sheltrown fights Lansing to change core curriculum Jun 19, 2008
Wednesday, June 18, 2008. EAST TAWAS Not every child is a college prep student. (Iosco County News Herald, MI)
Belmonte still classified as an 'elementary school' Jun 14, 2008
Manville said a school must provide students at least 990 hours of instruction in core curriculum each year to be classified as a middle school. Belmonte students are now receiving between 940 and 950 hours of instruction in core curriculum, Manville said. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
High-school course on genocide draws protests Jun 14, 2008
A high-school course on genocide that has raised loud protests from ethnic groups, one for being included and one for being excluded from the core curriculum, was unanimously approved by the Toronto District School Board last night. About 50 protesters waved Turkish flags and picket signs outside the school board's North York offices, objecting to the inclusion of the Armenian genocide as one of the course's three core case studies. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Sustaining a sustainable education Jun 12, 2008
The school will integrate the best theories and practices of a sustainable education into the core curriculum for grades 9-12. Tina Nilsen-Hodges, founder of New Roots as well as a teacher and curriculum developer for New York State, has had the idea for a sustainable high school for the last few years. (Ithaca Times, NY)
CORE CURRICULUM Jun 11, 2008
Wednesday, June 11, 2008 Last Update: 09:50 AM EDT. TEACH YOUR BODY TO GET IN SHAPE WITH PILATES. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Short funds for sports Jun 6, 2008
Core curriculum and after-school programs other than athletics, such as band, will not be affected by the shortage. Sports are funded by three sources: the school department budget, user fees and an annual donation from boosters. (Abington Mariner, MA)
Lakeshore among 110 best in U.S. Jun 6, 2008
"It takes the commitment of an entire community to assure that music is a part of the core curriculum. Children engaged in music will be the innovation leaders of tomorrow, and there is no better way to build lifelong participation in music than with a solid base of music education.". Research reveals strong correlations between quality music education in school and academic achievement. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Dover School District extends Universal Pre-K application deadline Jun 5, 2008
"There is also a positive difference in their number and letter recognition skills. I couldn't believe how extensive the Universal Pre-K core curriculum was.". Math awareness, socialization skills, listening skills, reading, estimation, science, and understanding two and three-step processes are a few of the curriculum items included in the program. (Henrietta Post, NY)
A graduation day decades in the making Jun 5, 2008
The program required Reidy to enroll in a core curriculum along with her ASL classes. I remember walking into class the first day of English class, she said, everyone was 18 or 19 and I thought, Oh my God, I m never going to fit in. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
SJCN has a new president Jun 4, 2008
In this role she is responsible for the development, implementation, evaluation, quality management and marketing of the DCCCD Core Curriculum and Academic Programs ... Prior to her current position, she served as the interim vice president of instruction at the Eastfield College campus; district director for faculty development and core curriculum evaluation; and executive dean of arts and sciences, dean of communications and as a faculty member at the Mountain View College campus. (North Channel Sun, TX)
Effingham-area business leaders complete program Jun 1, 2008
Lou Tice, founder of The Pacific Institute and developer of this core curriculum, teaches to the whole person, presenting how these concepts affect not only the individual, but the family, workplace, community, nation and the world. The curriculum is eligible for continuing education credits. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Central celebrates rise in Native American graduates Jun 1, 2008
Students there learn the core curriculum as well as improve their study skills and social skills. Dolores Riley, the school district's Indian Education director, said school officials also have tried to help through personal phone calls and letters to parents and teachers to make sure every project is completed. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Best is the new worst May 31, 2008
The broader cultural perversion of its meaning dates from the late 1960s, when the academic left pinned the label on faculty members who resisted the establishment of separate departments for what were then called "minority studies." In this case, two distinct faculty groups were tarred with elitism - those who wanted to incorporate black and women's studies into the core curriculum, and those who thought that blacks and women had produced nothing worthy of study. Instead of elitist, the former... (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Longtime Charles City educator set to retire May 30, 2008
It s much more cohesive," Kelly said. She also said students have more options now, including a variety of elective classes. Since I ve been here there are many more options now. Over 75 percent of the graduating seniors have taken some type of dual credit, AP (advanced placement) or post-secondary enrollment class, Kelly said.More elective options and college credit classes keep students engaged during their senior year and can give them an opportunity to take classes in their career pathway,... (Charles City Press, IO)
Valley Regional's School to Career program making waves in the community May 30, 2008
Outside of the typical core curriculum there is still much to learn, important life skills such as interview tactics, how to leave a simple voice mail with an employer, and how to problem solve. It is the simple, yet necessary amenities that are suck out in this program. (Pictorial Gazette, CT)
GESD board approves tech curriculum May 30, 2008
Students will benefit from access to online curriculum and learn how to easily integrate technology activities into core curriculum without detracting from lessons, Andrews said. EasyTech also means teachers will be able to track individual student progress and make adjustments in instruction. (Glendale Star, AZ)
Steele, 'Heart of FES' retires this week May 30, 2008
"Quality Core Curriculum has been replaced with Georgia Performance Standards. We are in the final years of the rollout. It is much more hands-on than ever before. Although the transition has been difficult for parents who are used to kids bringing worksheets and such home more manipulatives in class are really working well for the students. I think when it is totally in place we will truly see great results; we re already seeing the results. Georgia has been a pioneer in curriculum. "This... (Calhoun Times, GA)
Iowa becomes last state to enforce state ed curriculum May 28, 2008
The Legislature approved the change last session, making the Iowa Core Curriculum the basis for what teachers will cover in their classrooms beginning in 2012 ... The Iowa Core Curriculum will be implemented by 2012 in grades 9-12, and by 2014 in kindergarten through eighth grade. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Math failures ignite criticism May 24, 2008
In the 2005-06 school year, the Department of Education began phasing in the Georgia Performance Standards to replace the Quality Core Curriculum. The shift was meant to be a move from memorization to understanding. (The Augusta Chronicle)
More bound for summer school May 24, 2008
Last year, it was based on the old Quality Core Curriculum, which school officials say was less challenging. School officials say comparing this year's passing rates among eighth graders with last year's class isn't valid since the students took two different tests. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Professor makes breakthroughs, ballads May 23, 2008
He wrote his dozen science songs to complement his teaching in a course called "The Evolution of the Physical Universe and of the Earth," part of Boston University's core curriculum for undergraduates. "Anybody's attention span during an hourlong period doesn't really focus on someone just lecturing," he said. (CNN -- Tech)
Violence and drugs in middle school? May 23, 2008
They've achieved this, in part, by teaching conflict-management skills as part of the core curriculum, not just after there's a flare-up. Their small class sizes allow teachers to give students more individual attention, so they're able to recognize and address early warning signs before kids start fighting. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
University Site Work Bids Sought May 22, 2008
Core curriculum classes that may be transferred to upper division schools. Licensed Vocational Nursing certificate (LVN). (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Degree programs in supply chain management coming to Lakeland May 21, 2008
Core curriculum for the degree programs includes Introduction to Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management, Transportation & Distribution, Principles of Quality Management, Purchasing & Inventory Management and Operations Management. The average annual wage of $48,669 in Florida's logistics and distribution sector is significantly higher than industry in general, where the average annual wage stands at $36,804. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Third-year in philosophy named Beinecke scholar May 16, 2008
I m a perfect example of why the Core curriculum is such a wonderful thing and how you can find your true self by expanding your horizons, said O Brien, a third-year who was recently named a 2008 Beinecke scholar. I came to Chicago because I loved science, and when you love science, this school is one of the best places to be. (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
Testing change gives districts more control May 12, 2008
The math portion of the test has been altered to reflect changes in the state core curriculum, he said. The schools will use the data they gather from the test to help second grade teachers next year identify which students are in most need of help, Ballard said. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Culver signs $1.3 billion school spending bill May 10, 2008
1 million to implement a core curriculum requirement that for the first time requires all public and accredited private schools to offer a basic set of courses. Such requirements previously were left to local school districts. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
The Sealy News has compiled a list of candidates running for office on the Sealy Independent School District Board of Trustees and the Sealy City Council. Included in this section are candidates' responses to a questionnaire about themselves and also their responses to issues of importance. May 9, 2008
The greatest challenge will be to connect with our diverse student base in providing the balance of a core curriculum and educational electives that will challenge our students to become the most they can be, with the ability to compete in society after leaving our district's watchful eye ... I support a more stringent core curriculum and a teaching process that brings out excellence from our youth. (Sealy News, TX)
Big money for local projects, but lawmaker gives session 'F' May 4, 2008
Zieman also panned the Iowa Core Curriculum, which Gov. Culver signed into law Thursday. The mandate will require public and private schools accredited by the state to follow a model curriculum set by the Iowa Department of Education. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Wilder receives W. Texas A&Mdistinguished alumus award 05-04-2008 May 4, 2008
Strong joined the WTAMU faculty in 2000 to help lead the university s effort to develop a core curriculum for a new program in athletic training. The university received approval to offer the degree in 2002, and the program was awarded full accreditation with the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Culver signs curriculum mandate bill May 2, 2008
The law will require both public and private schools to adopt a model core curriculum set by the Iowa Department of Education ... Some outside groups have criticized Iowa's lack of standards, and some pushing for the core curriculum argued that smaller school districts needed help keeping up with federal mandates such as No Child Left Behind ... Conservatives in the Iowa Legislature opposed the core curriculum measure, arguing it forced schools to adopt ineffective teaching methods. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Five and out May 2, 2008
The rise of technology as a changing force in the workplace is perhaps the single biggest contributor to the need for an expanded core curriculum. Yet as all of this new information becomes ever more crucial, the basic four-year structure of undergraduate education has remained unchanged for years. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Letters to the Editor (April 29) May 2, 2008
scott burress wrote on Apr 29, 2008 12:54 PM:" I basically agree with what you are saying, Seldom Seen. But let me try to answer some of your questions. I have a degree in Biology, with a subsequent certification to teach High School Biology (years ago). The issue of teaching evolution and whether to teach intelligent design in H.S. Biology interests me, to put it mildly. In the news today are stories about the Florida state legislature considering a bill to require H.S. biology teachers to... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Words from Windschitl May 2, 2008
Senate File 2216 is the Model Core Curriculum bill, which I have covered in a previous article ... Mandates model core curriculum for grades 8-12 by 2012 and for grades K-6 by 2014 Some other key points about the bill are; * The "model core curriculum" contains broad general guidelines for school districts and accredited nonpublic schools. (Missouri Valley Times News, IA)
Disney Interactive Studios' Warren Spector and Mark Meyers to Keynote First Game Education Summit at SMU in June May 2, 2008
In addition to the keynotes, conference sessions will cover topics such as teaching methodologies, starting a game development program, core curriculum topics, research collaboration and increasing diversity. Speakers from Activision, Arizona State University, Carnegie Mellon, Electronic Arts, Dell, Emergent Game Technologies, Full Sail, Gearbox Software, Indiana University, Microsoft, Midway Games, Mumbo Jumbo, RIT, SONY, THQ, University of Central Florida, University of Wisconsin, USC, and UT... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
