May is an important month in the school year. It’s the month when college seniors graduate and when high school seniors settle on their choice of college or some other Read More
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HS grad rates – good and not-so-good news
The U.S. Department of Education released data this week on high school graduation rates. And overall, there is reason to celebrate. Nationally, high school graduation Read More
What Should a High School Diploma Mean?
Look at this table and ask yourself "Which level would I want my child to achieve?" Score Explanation Level 4 Thorough understanding of/ability to apply Read More
High School Graduation Rates: Dropout, Fadeout or Pushout?
With high school graduation season upon us you are likely to read or hear a lot about graduation rates. This story from NPR explains what those numbers mean, how some Read More