National test results show math gains and critique
National scores indicate overall math mastery rose from 65 percent three years ago with eighth grade at 68 percent basic or better, while critics argue the proficiency benchmarks are unrealistically high. The two-year cycle will expand to grades four and eight in reading and math, with states under federal pressure to explain gaps between state and national results.
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American Federation of Teachers
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George Mason University
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Reading and math scores rise for fourth and eighth grade
The Nation’s Report Card shows improved math results for fourth and eighth graders while reading scores stay steady. Non school factors such as home book access and TV culture influence performance. officials expected little change in reading. Education leaders note schools endure amid rising poverty and diversity.
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Barbara Kapinus
National Education Association
Holcomb Eyes Water Rate Hike And Tower Plans
Holcomb council weighs an 8 000 gallon bill rise from 18.05 to 21.85 with bond costs amid a possible city water rate increase next year. Officials discuss replacing the aging water tower, funding KDHE grant cleanup for a former local dump south of Holcomb near the Arkansas River bed.
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Nixon
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Holcomb
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Bush presses Congress on Medicare reform in Florida
President Bush urged Congress to complete major Medicare legislation before adjournment in November. He pitched the reform as the biggest elderly health care upgrade in nearly four decades at Disney’s Grand Floridian in Buena Vista, while campaigning and fundraising in Florida. The plan faces private insurer carveout debates as Senate negotiators push toward final passage.
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Bush
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Buena Vista
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GCCC Trustees Approve Long Term Negotiation Plan
GCCC trustees approve a three year term for the Higher Education Association negotiations to reduce morale strain and move toward a new salary schedule. A Memorandum of Understanding Study Committee would draft a new schedule, evaluate credit hour calculation, and clarify workload. The board also OK'd about 3.085 million in certificates of participation for a cooling loop and admin computer projects.
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Meng
Kolbeck
Ballantyne
Garden City Community College Higher Education Association
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Datatel
Fairfax
Sysix Technologies
Oak Brook
Ill
Sysix
Haas
ELA
Nake
Taxes panel backs tax credits tied to software spend
A unanimous Taxes Committee recommends tax credits equal to spending on computer software or programming to adjust a new law. The plan heads to the 2004 Legislature in January. Supporters emphasize aiding small businesses while costs and eligibility are left undecided.
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Dave Corbin
Businesses Endorse Half Tax Cut for Corporate Levy
A committee backs cutting the franchise tax on stockholders equity by 50 percent, reducing the current $2 per $1000 rate with a $40 minimum and $5000 maximum. The plan aims to raise $35 million this fiscal year but critics say it hurts small firms and caps remain. Rep. John Edmonds of Great Bend favors assisting small businesses. Last year negotiators proposed a similar cut but the House blocked it.
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John Edmonds
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