A student’s probability of dropping out can be accurately gauged by his mother’s education level, according to the Education Commission of the States. But laws often forbid the collection of this information, so schools turn to different indicators, such as whether a student receives free or reduced lunch.
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Jason Lamberth had no idea why his 13-year-old daughter killed herself until he read her farewell note. But there’s no question now, he said. Bullying and Hailee’s death are intertwined.
Up to 150 new Teach for America teachers will be hired by the Clark County School District at a two-year cost of $600,000 in addition to the teachers’ salaries, continuing a controversial partnership with the nonprofit that drew heat as well as support Thursday.
Fourteen schools are scheduled to implement early childhood literacy programs from The Public Education Foundation over the next three years thanks to a grant from the Engelstad Family Foundation.