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No more 'F' schools in Houston: Mike Miles takes a victory lap
After two years of Superintendent Mike Miles' reforms, 74 percent of Houston students are in A/B schools and zero are in "F" schools.
Joanne Jacobs
Aug 7, 20251 min read
Michigan raised school spending -- a lot -- and fell farther behind
Michigan is spending more on schools and students are learning less.
Joanne Jacobs
Jul 30, 20252 min read
McMahon's mission: What does 'send it to the states' mean?
If education is sent "to the states," will they do a better job?
Joanne Jacobs
Mar 12, 20252 min read
We've hit 'peak public school,' but what comes next?
School choice is becoming the norm.
Joanne Jacobs
Mar 6, 20252 min read
Honesty is the first step to higher achievement, and it's a doozy
As achievement falls, the "honesty gap" grows.
Joanne Jacobs
Feb 20, 20252 min read
Teachers' union takes aim at graduation exam in Massachusetts
Massachusetts could roll back reforms that made it a model of educational excellence.
Joanne Jacobs
Jul 16, 20242 min read
Houston's revamped schools: 'ruthless efficiency,' lots of engagement
After a state takeover of Houston schools, Superintendent Mike Miles has launched a very ambitious set of reforms for the city's...
Joanne Jacobs
Sep 7, 20233 min read
How Denver schools improved: Choice, accountability
Denver schools' reform strategy improved achievement dramatically, concludes a University of Colorado Denver study. "The overall effects...
Joanne Jacobs
Dec 15, 20221 min read
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