It's one thing to get these students to take these classes, it's another thing entirely to have them take the tests and succeed as they have. This is an important and wonderful statistic to note.

I would advise the middle school reform committee to keep in mind what parents want and students need are engaging electives like those that are offered in our high schools. Increasing access to standard course of study beyond core subjects is a key ingredient to educational success.

It's win-win. We have wonderful databases the students can now use.

(Peterson) also thinks about creating a classroom environment where she touches on all the different learning styles of her students.

This is a pretty meaty agenda, and we don't have live coverage.

Gail wanted to help shepherd the school choice program initiative through and to help ease [Harris'] transition to superintendent. She has done amazing work. This is the right time for her to step down.