School inspectors say an increasing number of Dutch schools are performing below par and a large group of children are no longer sufficiently equipped with the basic skills. In particular, language, arithmetic and citizenship skills are on the decline, the inspectors say in their latest report on the state of Dutch education. Of the 225 primary and secondary schools chosen for an in-depth inspection, over 20% were found to be failing. Most schools were also given instructions to improve because
Dutch author Jente Posthuma has advanced to the shortlist of nominees for the International Booker Prize. Her book, What I'd Rather Not Think About, is on the list for the prestigious British prize. The international version of the award is handed out to author and translator of the jury's pick for the best book written in another language and then translated into English.
School shootings remain a major concern for K-12 teachers. “We ended up
Elementary students in Alabama are taking annual standardized reading tests this month.
Novels from six languages, six countries, and three continents have made the shortlist.
It is expected that the international school will be put into operation in August this year.
The findings of a Pew Research Center survey published on Thursday revealed teachers' attitudes about potential school shootings. Researchers looked at concerns about possible attacks, and what teachers believe are the best solutions for preventing tragedies like the ones America has seen over recent years.
Minnesota’s new K-12 social studies standards will teach students about Palestinians’ fight for "liberation" against the oppressive "colonizer" state of Israel, according to documents obtained by a think tank in the state.
Tottenham's centre back slipped twice as Newcastle scored two in two minutes. Rio Ferdinand highlighted that Van de Ven had failed to slow down both times. IAN LADYMAN and CHRIS SUTTON have their say on the Premier League's Player of the Year - Listen to the
Questions have been rising over Erik ten Hag's coaching methods at Man United. Roy Keane and Rio Ferdinand blasted United's performance against Liverpool. Could Erik ten Hag find himself back at Ajax? Listen to
Six Naperville school lockdowns are in place amid a police investigation in
Circleville – Local City Schools reported today that there was a, “threat” made against the district by a student, but the incident has been dealt with. According to a statement from the Circleville City Schools, “I am writing to inform you about a safety incident. This evening the Circleville Police Department informed school administrators that […]