“In effect, policies that use standardized test results to evaluate, reward, and sanction students and school personnel are doing nothing more than rewarding schools that serve advantaged students and punishing schools that serve disadvantaged students.” #nced#ncpol
@DurmBull@CTruittNC DPS would get $70 million if the state would fulfill their constitutional obligation to provide a sound basic education. Instead they're taking the case back to court for a third time after the court ruled that the legislature must pay more the first two times. #Leandro
Are you effing kidding me. This is rich from Cathy who has done nothing to convince her NCGA besties to care about adequately funding NC public schools.
While I sympathize with the teachers and other school personnel over the incompetence that is Durham Public Schools’ leadership, you should NEVER walk out on your students.
#ncga#ncpol#nced
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“Do you remember your favorite teachers? They were probably the ones who wanted to learn your name; who had a warm smile; who made you feel that they were glad to be there to help you learn.”
@wltregay It was weird how the board announced it, I was questioning whether I'd imagined it. They were just talking about random things before closed session and mentioned it.
Durham schools superintendent Pascal Mubenga resigns after accounting error sparks chaos. District CFO resigned already. The past few weeks have seen staff protests that led to school closures. (Via @maryhelenmoore) #nced#ncpol
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The Marlins put up quite a fight against the Tigers in the semifinals, but in the end Gideon's season ended tonight. We're so proud of his growth this year and continue to be impressed with @raleighparks Fall youth baseball!
MAINE DOES NOT:
Require background checks on all gun sales
Have a red flag law
Prevent domestic abusers from accessing guns
Ban assault weapons
Limit magazine capacity
Require concealed carry permits
Restrict open carry
Have a waiting period