Tenure debate gains fresh scrutiny in schools
Washington July 5 2004 the decades old tenure tradition faced renewed scrutiny as schools weigh how to balance protection for teachers with the need to remove ineffective staff under federal classroom requirements. Education leaders and unions cite fair review and due process while critics urge quicker action against underperforming teachers.
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INDEPENDENCE IOWA The walking turf near Dyersville hosts a baseball moment as Sen John Kerry and Gov Tom Vilsack mingle lightly over Kerry’s Midwestern bus tour. The scene sparks talk of potential ticket pairing while Kerry remains tight lipped about a vice presidential choice. He also weighs in on abortion policy, opposing it personally yet supporting abortion rights.
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