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U.S. Graduation Rate Hits New All-Time High, With Gains in All Student Groups
All groups of students showed improvements, a notable feat. The graduation rates for black students and for students who are learning English each rose 1.8 percentage points in one year. ... Read the rest
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In schools, a growing push to recognize Muslim and Jewish holidays
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These students are finishing high school, but their degrees don’t help them go to college
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School Voucher Programs Should Be Clear About Disability Rights, Report Says
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CMS has more English learners than other NC districts. Here’s why that matters.
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PTA groups are mobilizing against smaller K-3 class sizes in NC elementary schools
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Governor's Commission To Weigh In On Leandro Case: How To Give Access to Sound, Basic Education