Lawrence Schools Receiver Vows ‘Whatever Action Is Necessary’
BOSTON — The new Lawrence schools receiver, Jeffrey Riley, promises “whatever action is necessary” to help the city’s troubled school system.
Massachusetts Schools Ranked 2nd In Nation
BALTIMORE, Md. — Maryland public schools have been ranked first in the nation for the fourth year in a row by a leading education publication. Massachusetts is second.
Receiver Named For Lawrence Schools
LAWRENCE, Mass. — “Lawrence needs bold change,” said the new receiver, Jeffrey Riley. “We must be willing to rethink the current design of the school day and the school year.”
Mass. Senate Backs Reforms For Special Ed Groups
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Senate has unanimously approved a bill targeting financial abuse and mismanagement at education collaboratives in the state.
Mass. Praised For ‘Race To The Top’ Progress
BOSTON — Massachusetts has received high grades from federal education officials for its first year implementation of “Race to the Top” reforms.
Rick Santorum Says College Isn’t For Everyone
Former Sen. Rick Santorum spoke at a St. Anselm College event on the economy and the election when he accused President Obama of “snobbery” for suggesting all American kids should attend college.
No Child Left Behind Falls Short After 10 Years
Washington, D.C. — After a decade on the books, President George W. Bush’s most hyped domestic accomplishment has become a symbol to many of federal overreach and Congress’ inability to fix something that’s clearly flawed.
Senators Ready Reforms Of Educational Collaboratives
BOSTON — The state Senate is expected to take up a bill written in response to abuses at the Merrimack Special Education Collaborative, where the director was accused of funneling millions of dollars.
Timeline: WBUR’s Top Stories Of 2011
BOSTON — “Whitey” is caught. DiMasi is convicted. Boston is “occupied.” Gambling is law. The Bruins are champs! And oh, that weather — snow, tornadoes, Irene. Review WBUR’s biggest stories of 2011.
Superintendent Responds To Charges Of Lewd Conduct Against Teacher’s Aide
BOSTON — On Monday, Boston Public Schools Superintendent Carol Johnson is convening all school principals to review protocols for reporting alleged abuse.
