Teachers’ Union Fights Parent Trigger Laws in California
When a school is failing, it seems reasonable that parents can effect change in that school. In California, the Parent Trigger law enables parents to overhaul a school if…
Common Core Takes Over in LAUSD
Last week, the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) debated the funding of Common Core, deciding to delay approval on the proposed $113 million implementation budget. The board waited a…
Participation Trophy Madness: New Cars For Perfect School Attendance?!?
As has to be pointed out with so many news stories these days, this is not satire.Graduating senior Vanessa Umana expected to leave last Friday's commencement ceremony…