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Last updated 5:03PM ET
November 20, 2009
November 20, 2009
Education
Education
Dorn Seeks Delay for Math, Science requirements
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-20)
State Schools Superintendent Randy Dorn will ask the legislature to delay math and science test requirements for Washington high schoolers, set to begin in 2011. Dorn says the delay is the best way to avoid what he calls a "big problem" with the tests and their implementation. More from KPLU Education reporter Gary Davis.
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-20)
State Schools Superintendent Randy Dorn will ask the legislature to delay math and science test requirements for Washington high schoolers, set to begin in 2011. Dorn says the delay is the best way to avoid what he calls a "big problem" with the tests and their implementation. More from KPLU Education reporter Gary Davis.
Reaction Swift to Proposed Delay in Math & Science Testing
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-20)
Reaction has been swift to a proposal to delay state high school graduation requirements in math and science. Superintendent Randy Dorn says kids and teachers need more time to prepare for the exams, which begin phase-in two years from now. More from KPLU education reporter Gary Davis.
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-20)
Reaction has been swift to a proposal to delay state high school graduation requirements in math and science. Superintendent Randy Dorn says kids and teachers need more time to prepare for the exams, which begin phase-in two years from now. More from KPLU education reporter Gary Davis.
For Seattle, A Return To Neighborhood Schools
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-19)
It's a change Seattle's superintendent calls long overdue. The district approved new school boundaries last night (Wednesday), the heart of plan that seeks to provide kids an education closer to home. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis was at the meeting.
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-19)
It's a change Seattle's superintendent calls long overdue. The district approved new school boundaries last night (Wednesday), the heart of plan that seeks to provide kids an education closer to home. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis was at the meeting.
School Boundaries Up For Vote
Seattle WA
(2009-11-18)
School boundaries are on the agenda at tonight's Seattle School Board meeting. Members are expected to approve new attendance maps, part of the district's move to neighborhood schools.
Seattle Ready To Set School Boundaries
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-17)
Seattle schools are poised to adopt new school boundaries as part of a return to a neighborhood schools system. The school board will vote Wednesday evening on maps that will determine where children are assigned. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis reports.
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-17)
Seattle schools are poised to adopt new school boundaries as part of a return to a neighborhood schools system. The school board will vote Wednesday evening on maps that will determine where children are assigned. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis reports.
School Funding Lawsuit in Judge's Hands
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-21)
Arguments over the state's funding of public education have wrapped up in King County Superior Court. A lawsuit contends the state isn't doing its job. More from KPLU education reporter Gary Davis.
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-21)
Arguments over the state's funding of public education have wrapped up in King County Superior Court. A lawsuit contends the state isn't doing its job. More from KPLU education reporter Gary Davis.
Seattle Teachers Focus of Study
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-14)
A new study suggests Seattle's public school teachers could be more effective if the district and union could agree on reforms. A national education group released its report Wednesday. Response was mixed to their recommendations, some of them controversial. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis explains.
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-14)
A new study suggests Seattle's public school teachers could be more effective if the district and union could agree on reforms. A national education group released its report Wednesday. Response was mixed to their recommendations, some of them controversial. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis explains.
One-Stop Shopping for Scholarships
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-12)
If you want to go to college, you may need more than a federal loan to make it affordable. In Washington there's no shortage of organizations that provide scholarships. But every year hundreds of thousands of dollars are left on the table because students don't know about them. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis tells us about a project to create one-stop shopping for scholarships.
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-12)
If you want to go to college, you may need more than a federal loan to make it affordable. In Washington there's no shortage of organizations that provide scholarships. But every year hundreds of thousands of dollars are left on the table because students don't know about them. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis tells us about a project to create one-stop shopping for scholarships.
Seattle Student Assignment Plan Released
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-06)
The Seattle School District has unveiled its plan to move kids into their neighborhood schools. It also includes a proposal to re-open some mothballed buildings to relieve overcrowding. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis has the story.
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-06)
The Seattle School District has unveiled its plan to move kids into their neighborhood schools. It also includes a proposal to re-open some mothballed buildings to relieve overcrowding. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis has the story.
Anticipation for Seattle Student Assignment Boundaries
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-04)
Seattle schools are about to unveil a critical piece of a new student assignment plan. On Tuesday (Oct. 6th), the first boundary maps will be released. It's part of the district's plan to have kids go to schools closer to home. As KPLU education reporter Gary Davis explains, some parents are worried how those boundaries will be drawn.
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-04)
Seattle schools are about to unveil a critical piece of a new student assignment plan. On Tuesday (Oct. 6th), the first boundary maps will be released. It's part of the district's plan to have kids go to schools closer to home. As KPLU education reporter Gary Davis explains, some parents are worried how those boundaries will be drawn.
Amazon-Kindle Suit Settlement
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-01)
Big Brother isn't watching you anymore. Amazon dot com has settled a lawsuit involving its electronic book reader, the Kindle. The suit was filed by a high school student who sued the Seattle company over the remote deletion of certain books from his device. More from KPLU business and labor reporter Bellamy Pailthorp.
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-01)
Big Brother isn't watching you anymore. Amazon dot com has settled a lawsuit involving its electronic book reader, the Kindle. The suit was filed by a high school student who sued the Seattle company over the remote deletion of certain books from his device. More from KPLU business and labor reporter Bellamy Pailthorp.
Science Bus Hits the Road
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-22)
It was an exciting day for 4th and 5th-graders at Seattle's Northgate Elementary School. On Tuesday, they learned how to extract their own DNA, out of a wad of spit. The lesson came courtesy of a brand-new traveling science lab. KPLU's Keith Seinfeld was there.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-22)
It was an exciting day for 4th and 5th-graders at Seattle's Northgate Elementary School. On Tuesday, they learned how to extract their own DNA, out of a wad of spit. The lesson came courtesy of a brand-new traveling science lab. KPLU's Keith Seinfeld was there.
Community Colleges Open to Full Classrooms
Shoreline, WA
(2009-09-20)
Classes begin this week for thousands students at many of the region's community colleges. The recession has fueled record enrollments. When students arrive, they'll find full classrooms and long lines. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis visits one of those campuses, in Shoreline.
Shoreline, WA
(2009-09-20)
Classes begin this week for thousands students at many of the region's community colleges. The recession has fueled record enrollments. When students arrive, they'll find full classrooms and long lines. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis visits one of those campuses, in Shoreline.
Forum Highlights Early Language Education
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-16)
Educators have long known it's easier to teach a child a second or even third language when they are very young. Still, most American students begin world language studies as high school juniors, a time considered one of the most challenging for picking up the skills. An award-winning documentary on the topic will be screened in Seattle on Sunday. Organizers say they hope it will help break through the obstacles to early language education. KPLU's Gary Davis reports.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-16)
Educators have long known it's easier to teach a child a second or even third language when they are very young. Still, most American students begin world language studies as high school juniors, a time considered one of the most challenging for picking up the skills. An award-winning documentary on the topic will be screened in Seattle on Sunday. Organizers say they hope it will help break through the obstacles to early language education. KPLU's Gary Davis reports.
Students Return to Classes
Seattle, Wa
(2009-09-09)
It was back to the classrooms today for thousands of students in Seattle, Tacoma and other districts in the region. KPLU's Paula Wissel tagged along on the first day as the media was given a tour of Aki Kurose School, a once troubled Middle School in south Seattle.
Seattle, Wa
(2009-09-09)
It was back to the classrooms today for thousands of students in Seattle, Tacoma and other districts in the region. KPLU's Paula Wissel tagged along on the first day as the media was given a tour of Aki Kurose School, a once troubled Middle School in south Seattle.
Seattle Superintendent Talks Challenges, Leadership Style
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-08)
A new school year begins tomorrow for students in Seattle Public Schools. Superintendent Maria Goodloe-Johnson has led the district through some major - and controversial - changes: new curriculum standards, staggered school start times, closed or merged programs. And this year Seattle begins phasing in a student assignment plan that will eventually send kids to their closest neighborhood school. KPLU's Gary Davis caught up with Goodloe-Johnson, as she begins her third year.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-08)
A new school year begins tomorrow for students in Seattle Public Schools. Superintendent Maria Goodloe-Johnson has led the district through some major - and controversial - changes: new curriculum standards, staggered school start times, closed or merged programs. And this year Seattle begins phasing in a student assignment plan that will eventually send kids to their closest neighborhood school. KPLU's Gary Davis caught up with Goodloe-Johnson, as she begins her third year.
Stakes Rise in Kent Schools Walkout
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-04)
Negotiations continue in Kent to settle a teacher's strike. After a judge declared the week-old walkout illegal, union leaders requested a change in mediators. More from KPLU education reporter Gary Davis.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-04)
Negotiations continue in Kent to settle a teacher's strike. After a judge declared the week-old walkout illegal, union leaders requested a change in mediators. More from KPLU education reporter Gary Davis.
After Ruling, Kent Schools Dispute Continues
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-04)
Kent teachers remain off the job, but a court injunction handed down yesterday has ordered them to return to work on Tuesday. The King County judge's decision declared the week-old strike illegal. It was a victory for the school district, which sought the ruling. Teachers will vote on Monday whether to abide by the order and return to work or remain on strike. As KPLU Education reporter Gary Davis explains, the big contract issues remain to be solved.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-04)
Kent teachers remain off the job, but a court injunction handed down yesterday has ordered them to return to work on Tuesday. The King County judge's decision declared the week-old strike illegal. It was a victory for the school district, which sought the ruling. Teachers will vote on Monday whether to abide by the order and return to work or remain on strike. As KPLU Education reporter Gary Davis explains, the big contract issues remain to be solved.
Kent Teacher's Strike Ruled Illegal
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-03)
A King County judge has ruled the Kent teacher's strike is illegal and has ordered them back to work. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis has the story.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-03)
A King County judge has ruled the Kent teacher's strike is illegal and has ordered them back to work. KPLU education reporter Gary Davis has the story.
Bastyr Names New Dean
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-01)
Kenmore's Bastyr University has promoted a long-time professor and researcher to lead its premier program, the naturopathic medical school. More from KPLU education reporter Gary Davis.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-01)
Kenmore's Bastyr University has promoted a long-time professor and researcher to lead its premier program, the naturopathic medical school. More from KPLU education reporter Gary Davis.
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