The New York Times
9/25/2007
By SAM DILLON
America’s public school students are doing significantly better in math since the federal No Child Left Behind law took effect in 2002, but gains in reading achievement have been marginal, with performance declining among eighth graders, according to results of nationwide reading and math tests released today.
The results also showed […]

First-class
Ohio is rich in board-certified teachers, but few work in districts that need the most help
The Columbus Dispatch
9/24/2007
After a challenging, yearlong process, Hilliard teacher Denise Haffner earned the highest credential in her profession.
National board certification has made her a more thoughtful and effective teacher, says Haffner, a veteran of 15 years in special education.
“It […]

Early numbers suggest fewer leaving city schools
The Columbus Dispatch
9/24/2007  
Early reports suggest the district has lost about 840 students since last September, a trend district officials expect to carry into this school year.
In May, district budget officials predicted 3,000 students would leave the district for charter and private schools this school year, costing the […]

THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH
9/19/2007
By Encarnacion Pyle
They are super accomplished, super ambitious and proving to be super students.
After climbing to the top of their high-school classes, more students at Ohio State University are pursuing double, triple and even quadruple majors.
“These are smart, well-prepared kids who, faced with an uncertain job market, are hedging their bets by […]

THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH 9/19/2007
By Encarnacion Pyle
They are super accomplished, super ambitious and proving to be super students.
After climbing to the top of their high-school classes, more students at Ohio State University are pursuing double, triple and even quadruple majors.
“These are smart, well-prepared kids who, faced with an uncertain job market, are hedging their bets by […]