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posted by: Ruthie
| May 14, 2013, 11:42 AM
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While students and teachers are usually overjoyed after completing a long productive school year, in Buena Vista, Michigan, there is no excitement as this year ends. This week, following a nationally scrutinized financial crisis, the Buena Vista school district awaits a decision regarding closing schools a month early due to lack of funds.
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posted by: Ruthie
| May 13, 2013, 02:58 PM
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As state legislators continue to debate the adoption of Common Core State Standards (CCSS), teachers, students, and administrators alike are experiencing the frustration of being held in limbo. Many teachers are beginning to implement the standards nationwide, all while some states are second guessing their adoption of CCSS.
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posted by: Melissa
| May 10, 2013, 01:40 PM
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Even though the controversy about the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) is still in full swing, for the vast majority of teachers, the reality is that next year they will be expected to be teaching the standards. At AAE, our desire is to support our teachers through the implementation process and make sure that they have the tools necessary to succeed. Without good implementation of the standards, teachers are being set up for failure.
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posted by: Ruthie
| May 09, 2013, 09:21 AM
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As Teacher Appreciation Week draws to a close, take some time today to thank your collegagues or past teachers for both the impacts they've made in so many lives and the academic outcomes and improvements they've furthered for our nation's students. Think of a teacher who helped or inspired you or your child along the road. Who would it be, and what would you say? Below are some ideas to recognize your colleagues.
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posted by: Ruthie
| May 08, 2013, 02:39 PM
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Welcome to the Association of American Educators' online biweekly publication, Reform Matters. This education reform-focused publication features both original AAE content and a compilation of the latest news from the growing education reform community.
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