What would you do if at least 20% of your high school students missed school regularly? That's a problem Paul Vallas is facing.
Feb 3rd, 2009 | 0 comments | 134 Views
School Reform
Michelle Rhee in Washington, DC: Episode 8 - Finding Good Principals
Can a failing school system be reformed just by hiring the "right people"? Michelle Rhee seems to think so.
Jan 13th, 2009 | 0 comments | 168 Views
Michelle Rhee in Washington, DC: The Program
Ongoing series chronicles Michelle Rhee's reform efforts in Washington, DC.
Oct 12th, 2008 | 0 comments | 296 Views
Paul Vallas in New Orleans: The Program
Ongoing series chronicles Paul Vallas' school reform efforts in New Orleans.
Oct 11th, 2008 | 0 comments | 207 Views
Michelle Rhee in Washington, DC: Episode 7 - Targeting Teachers, Angering Unions
Michelle Rhee attempts to negotiate a new teachers' union contract with much of the education world watching.
Sep 18th, 2008 | 0 comments | 136 Views
Paul Vallas in New Orleans: Episode 6 - Mixed Results for School Reform Efforts
In his first year Paul Vallas accomplished a lot—but can he help the teenagers who were two, three and four years behind academically?
Jul 24th, 2008 | 0 comments | 102 Views
Michelle Rhee in Washington, DC: Episode 6 - Tough Changes and Controversy
Michelle Rhee has completed her first year as DC Schools Chancellor and she's had some challenges along the way.
Jul 23rd, 2008 | 0 comments | 123 Views
Michelle Rhee in Washington, DC: Episode 5 - Teachers Struggle with Reforms
At the end of her first year on the job, Michelle Rhee continues to face serious challenges.
Jun 18th, 2008 | 0 comments | 113 Views
Michelle Rhee in Washington, DC: Episode 4 - Facing Tough Choices
Teachers in Washington, DC are nervous—and with good reason. Many schools are scheduled to be closed, and more are likely to undergo big changes.
Apr 2nd, 2008 | 0 comments | 113 Views
Separate Classrooms: The Program
Should boys and girls be taught differently? Some say separating children by sex allows students to learn more. Others say it’s equal to racial segregation.
Mar 4th, 2008 | 0 comments | 123 Views
