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Newspaper

News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 2001

Page

3

Maryland MSPAP controversy prompts eye opening column

The charman of the state appointed content review panel argues MSPAP results show students learn little substance in school. He claims knowledge for the tests is taught on the spot just prior to testing and accuses Maryland policy of teachers teaching to the test.

Charman Maryland

Editorial on MSPAP flaws and test culture in Maryland

The Baltimore Sun editorial critiques MSPAP testing errors and a lax grading panel. It notes miskeyed questions, misidentified historical facts, and top scores with spelling issues. The piece questions the test’s utility, cites Maryland eighth graders’ low reading scores, and argues teachers are pressured to teach to the test rather than focus on learning. It also points to political blame shifting by Annapolis officials who ordered the MSPAP tests.

U.S Maryland Mahatma Gandhi Virginia Bil Evers Stanford University Hoover Institution Baltimore Sun Department of Education MSPA Our Frederick County Annapolis

Clinton era fuels lasting fascination and mixed views

A long portrait of Hillary Rodham Clinton, her rise from first lady to New York senator, and the mixed public reaction. The piece notes support and scrutiny, mentions Laura Bush, Strom Thurmond, and Trent Lott, and cites Gallup polls on admiration and approval ratings for Clinton and Bill Clinton.

Hillary Senate Chamber Trent Lott Strom Thurmond Hillary Rodham Clinton Hillary Clinton Laura Bush Bill Clinons Arkansas Little Rock New York Simon and Schuster Madison Square Garden Billy Joel Toni Morrison Paul Newman Joanne Woodward Jessye Norman Intendance Clintons Washington Clinton Thier Cion Bill Clinton John Paul II Gallup Senate

Maryland Senate president seeks Camp Ritchie transfer approval

A Maryland Senate president called for approval of transferring Camp Ritchie from a federal to state role. The historic site was once a World War I militia training camp and later repurposed in federal use before current deliberations.

Maryland Senate Ritchie Natinal Yard Eereer Denton

Letters discuss historic street naming at Camp Detrick

Barbara Sellers laments naming practices at Fort Detrick with references to 1943 Porter Street and ARs on commemorative streets. She questions administrative changes under Grimes and calls for a house cleaning while noting the ties to landlord roles and bio R D programs.

Monocacy Grimes Boulevard Camp Detrick Corps of Os Office Army Bio R&d General Porter Detrick Military Road Porter Street Bank Gasnes Eecra Porter Opossumerrree Naira Dutrick

Letter on Grimes Boulevard name sparks local debate

George W. Wilhide of Sabillasville objects to naming Monocacy Boulevard after a living figure Alder Blaine Young argues the opposite stance. The exchange frames a broader political rhetoric about monuments to active politicians and the political costs of public naming.

Blaine Young Grimes Boulevard

Roy Meachum column targets GOP and intra party fights

The letter outlines Roy Meachum and other conservatives criticizing Republican leaders and party tactics in 2008. It references intra party clashes over taxes and road and school funding, naming delegates Snodgrass Hecht and others while accusing a fellow columnist of pushing a partisan agenda. The piece critiques leadership and calls for new, independent figures.

Roy Meachum GOP Anees Republic Louise Frederick Ou Oaks Tate Aga Hecht Deegate Snodgrass Sue Hecht Snodgrass Dent Guna Posal Sares Wwe Oaks

Corporate ag issues framed by corporate interests

The text criticizes agriculture policy as dominated by corporate actors with no consumer, small farmer, or environmental advocacy. References to Bush announcements and agribusiness funding suggest a critique of policy structure and its social impact. Speaker identifies Frank Pascua as the source or commentator.

Rence Ed Coscae Bush Coperekkgerdis

Time to Clean House at Frederick City Hall

A fragmented article notes calls to overhaul Frederick City Hall leadership with references to a resident letter and past discussions. It mentions Grimes Boulevard and a series of unclear names and dates, signaling local political tension and potential personnel changes.

Grimes Fred- Sree de Cone Donna Frederick City Hall

Yield or don't yield at Sheetz light on Rosemont

Julie Morris writes that Sheetz traffic is tangled at the Rosemont exit with a green light but no left-turn arrow. She argues drivers going straight into Sheetz from Wilson may have right of way, urging caution and yielding when unsure. The letter calls for clearer traffic control to prevent confusion.

Sheetz Sheeta Rosemont Wilson

TOM LOFFT hailed from New Market in local event

Local item notes TOM LOFFT of New Market in a community moment. The report highlights his involvement and ties to the area, reflecting ongoing local interest.

Tom Lofft New Market

Letters to the Editor at Frederick News-Post

Readers are urged to submit letters to the editor to The Frederick News-Post via postal mail or email. The page notes high letter volume and limited publication, while inviting diverse community voices and addressing local issues and concerns.

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