When Congress passed No Child Left Behind in 2002, few could have envisioned the unintended consequences that the act would create in school districts across the nation. Now, six years later, Congress is positioned to re-authorize NCLB. Despite some of the Acts unexpected problems (and unfunded mandates), reauthorization is the right step, since NCLB has increased accountability and spurred many districts to refocus on strategic ways to improve academic performance and achievement. During the reauthorization process, however, Congress must take a closer look at NCLB and implement the absolutely necessary improvements that would make the legislation more effective and equitable, for all of Americas school children.
Its been several years since Ive brought a new animal into the house but Ive got one now. Shes a mostly Springer Spaniel named Daisy.
Brining a University of Washington branch campus to the North Sound area, and Marysville in particular, has suffered a couple of setbacks recently but, fortunately, local officials, business leaders and community members have vowed to continue their efforts to bring a branch campus to north Snohomish County.
Veterans Day, which will be celebrated on Nov. 11, is an opportunity for Americans to recognize and honor those who have served in our Armed Forces.
The heat generated at the recent M-PHS open house came as no surprise. Proposals for change always stir controversy. When…
by Don C. Brunell
We finalize this election, which has been ongoing
I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.
by Jim Hightower
by Don C. Brunell
The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency, in both Seattle dailies, was asking people not to use stoves and fireplaces during the outages, or to burn small hot fires with dry wood. This produces less smoke, making breathing easier for those with heart and respiratory problems.
by Don C. Brunell
