Education News

If current production patterns in postsecondary education
persist, the nation will face a significant “degree gap”
that puts it at a disadvantage relative to other leading
developed nations.

The U.S. needs to do a better job of teaching young people to think critically, and of preparing every student for the ever-changing work force.

"When we talk about Maine’s children, we are talking about Maine’s economy," he said, adding, "This is about reducing taxes in Maine."

The Washington Post Challenge Index measures a public high school’s effort to challenge its students.

In 2004, Simons founded Math for America http://www.mathforamerica.org/ , a program in New York City that gives stipends to people with a math background who are interested in a teaching career. The program became the model behind the national education program proposed in April as part of Congress’ America Competes bill.

Dunder said the most important advantage for the "grandparent" and the children is the relationships that develop between them. Many of the children will remember their "grandparent" for years to come, Dunder said.

"They are their favorite people. They develop a very deep relationship with one another," she said.

For a few thousand dollars, the University of Richmond and a half-dozen other universities are giving alumni and faculty the opportunity to have their ashes maintained on campus in perpetuity.

“Do you know your school’s on-time graduation rate? What will you do about it?”

Only 26 percent were ready for college-level work in all four core areas. Another 19 percent were not adequately prepared in any of them.

Texas Instruments, whose calculators helped make the company a household name, has found a way to help teachers quickly identify students who may be failing math, Chief Executive Rich Templeton said Monday.