With Federal Stimulus Money Gone, Many Schools Face Budget Gaps

From the NY Times: "Federal stimulus money has helped avoid drastic cuts at public schools in most parts of the nation, at least so far. But with the federal money running out, many of the nation’s schools are approaching what officials are calling a “funding cliff.” (read full article here)

This situation puts the welfare and future of Florida students in a precarious place. Those families that can afford supplemental services such as tutors and after school programs are well advised to do so.

At 100, she gets degree on deathbed

This is a truly inspirational story. It is never too late to achieve your dreams.

"It was Harriet Richardson Ames' dream to earn her bachelor's degree in education. She finally reached that milestone, nearly three weeks after achieving another: her 100th birthday." (read full article here)

Investing in brains

The Economist asks, "Should the economic squeeze mean cuts, reform or more spending on education?" (full article here)

Certainly this is a valid an rich inquiry that is relevant to students in Florida and elsewhere.

South Florida students praise Obama speech

As many Florida students know, from Miami-Dade to Broward to the Palm beaches and beyond, President Obama spoke directly to them this week.

The Miami Herald has an article about the impact it had on some.

South Florida students praise Obama speech

Dangling Money, Obama Pushes Education Shift

From the New York Times

"Holding out billions of dollars as a potential windfall, the Obama administration is persuading state after state to rewrite education laws to open the door to more charter schools and expand the use of student test scores for judging teachers. "(read full article here)

Education 101: What kinds of programs are offered by learning centers?

This is another post that remind you to do your research! Make sure you know what to expect when you are signing up for any kind of educational service. This is from the Examiner site:

"Considering a learning center or private tutoring for your student?

Most learning centers offer a variety of services, but basic services can be broken down into three types of programs. (read full article here)"

South Florida community colleges eager for U.S. funds

How will President Obama's stimulus package and initiatives effect community colleges in Dade county and South Florida as a whole? This piece from the Miami Herald looks at some projects at Florida's schools that the stimulus could save.

"From new classrooms to ''green energy'' academic programs to whole new college buildings, leaders at Miami Dade and Broward colleges have plenty of planned improvements, some of which could start at a moment's notice. (read full article here)"

Whatever Happened to Cursive?

Have we seen the end of penmanship in general and cursive in particular? Read this Long Island Press article about the subject.